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Kale Caesar Salad with fresh baked croutons in a white bowl on a wood table with a kitchen towel. Kale Caesar salad recipe by Farmer's Market Society. Market Inspired Meals.
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Kale Caesar salad

Super easy Kale Caesar Salad is a market inspired recipe made with fresh kale, garlic, and lemons. Check out tips to make this yummy delicious salad with and dressing with or without anchovies.
Course Salad
Keyword kale, salad
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 people
Author Farmers Market Society

Equipment

  • Roasting Pan
  • Blender/Food Processor

Ingredients

Croutons

  • 2 cups diced crusty bread
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt and black pepper

Dressing

  • 2 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 cup good quality mayonnaise
  • ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ cup finely grated parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Salad

  • 8 cups shredded kale
  • Freshly grated parmesan cheese for garnish

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper.
  • Transfer the bread for the croutons to the baking sheet and drizzle with the oil. Toss to coat.
  • Lightly season with salt and black pepper. Toss again.
  • Toast in the oven for 10 minutes or until golden and crispy.
  • Meanwhile, whisk the dressing ingredients together until smooth.
  • Transfer the shredded kale to a large salad bowl and add two-thirds of the dressing.
  • Toss then let the kale sit for 4-5 minutes. During this time the leaves will soften.
  • Remove the croutons from the oven.
  • Add the remaining dressing to the kale.
  • Top with the croutons and parmesan cheese then serve.

Notes

Can use anchovy fillets instead of anchovy paste. If using anchovy fillets then use a blender or food processor to thoroughly mix caesar dressing. 
If using anchovies does not suit your fancy you can still enjoy this kale caesar salad. Please try substituting anchovies with dijon mustard.
 

 

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