A fresh twist on the classic Caesar, this salad swaps out romaine for hearty kale and adds brightness with lemon zest, red cabbage for crunch, and a pop of color from pomegranate or pumpkin seeds. The vegan Caesar dressing delivers the creamy, tangy punch without dairy—perfect for a fiber-forward, plant-powered side or light meal.
Ingredients
- INGREDIENTS FOR DRESSING (makes about 1 cup):
- ¾ cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1 ½ Tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 ½ Tbsp vegan Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tsp ground black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced (or 1 tsp minced garlic)
- 3 Tbsp nutritional yeast
- INGREDIENTS FOR SALAD:
- 8 cups green kale leaves (about 1 large bunch, stems removed and leaves torn into fork-friendly pieces)
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 4 green onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cups red cabbage, shredded
- Prepared Caesar dressing (from above)
- ¼ cup pomegranate seeds or pumpkin seeds
Equipment Needed
- Large mixing bowl
- Small mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Cutting board
- Chef’s knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Microplane or grater (for zesting lemon)
Directions
- DIRECTIONS:
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, vinegar, Worcestershire, black pepper, garlic, and nutritional yeast until smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. - Prepare the Salad Base: Place kale in a large mixing bowl. Add lemon zest, green onions, and cabbage.
- Dress the Salad: Add Caesar dressing to coat the greens and toss well.
- Finish and Serve: Sprinkle with pomegranate seeds (or pumpkin seeds) just before serving.
- STORAGE TIPS:
Dressing: Store in an airtight jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. Stir before using. - Prepped Vegetables: Kale, cabbage, and green onions can be washed and chopped up to 2 days in advance. Store in separate containers or together in a large zip-top bag with a paper towel to absorb moisture.
- Assembled Salad: Best enjoyed the day it’s dressed, but it will last for 2. If prepping ahead, keep the dressing separate until just before serving, then toss and finish with seeds.
Nutritional Facts
- Calories
- 127 Cal
- Fat
- 13g
- Carbohydrates
- 2g
- Protein
- 1g
