This recipe is gluten free
With its ultra-high concentrations of nutrients across the board, Kale has been deemed King for quite some time now in the wellness world. But eating a plain salad over and over can get your taste buds less than excited. This Kale Caesar Salad adds in the magic of Chia Cornbread Croutons for a salad with an unexpected twist. We can’t think of a better companion to a juicy, hearty lasagna!
2 bunches curly kale, stems removed and torn into bite-sized pieces
1 avocado, cubed (optional)
Vegan Caesar Dressing:
½ cup cashews, pre-soaked
½ cup water
2 T. olive oil
1 T. tamari
1 T. lemon juice
1 T. stone ground mustard
1-2 cloves garlic
1 T. capers
1 date
Add all ingredients to a Vitamix or small high-powered blender, and blend until smooth.
Chia Cornbread Croutons:
1 ½ cups cornmeal
2 T. chia seeds, soaked in ¼ cup water for 30 min
1 cup non-dairy milk
2 T. coconut oil, melted
3 T. honey
1 tsp. onion powder
1 tsp. garlic powder
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. sea salt
Salad Assembly:
Pour dressing over kale, and massage for 2-3 minutes to soften and break down the kale slightly. Add in croutons and cubed avocado and toss thoroughly. Serve and enjoy.