Description
A fresh twist on the classic Caesar salad featuring kale and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups kale, stems removed and leaves chopped
- 1 cup croutons
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chopped kale, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Massage the kale with your hands for about 2-3 minutes until it becomes tender and slightly wilted.
- Add the Caesar dressing to the kale and toss until the leaves are evenly coated.
- Gently fold in the croutons and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
- Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- For added protein, consider adding grilled chicken or chickpeas to the salad.
- Substitute the Caesar dressing with a homemade version using Greek yogurt for a lighter option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg