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Delicious kale Caesar salad with croutons, Parmesan, and avocado in a wooden bowl
Alyssa

Kale Caesar Salad

This kale Caesar salad recipe is an easy, delicious side dish or healthy lunch! You can choose between a vegan or Greek yogurt dressing, both creamy and tangy.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Course: Lunch, Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 bunch curly kale (stemmed)
  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • Sea salt
  • 5 cups chopped romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup Homemade Croutons
  • Shaved Parmesan cheese or vegan Parmesan
  • Roasted chickpeas (optional)
  • 1 avocado (diced, optional)

Method
 

  1. Tear the kale into bite-size pieces and place in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Use your hands to massage the leaves until they wilt.
  2. Add the romaine and toss. Drizzle with half the dressing and toss again.
  3. Transfer to a serving bowl and top with the croutons and Parmesan. Add more dressing, roasted chickpeas, and avocado, if desired, and serve.

Notes

Feel free to customize with additional toppings as desired.