Classic Vegan Caesar Salad
Prep
20m
Cook
10m
Total
30m
Serves
4
Cal
350
“Get ready to rediscover your love for Caesar salad with this incredibly creamy, tangy, and utterly satisfying plant-based version!”
Get ready to rediscover your love for Caesar salad with this incredibly creamy, tangy, and utterly satisfying plant-based version! Inspired by American flavors, this easy-to-make classic vegan caesar salad comes together with just a handful of ingredients and yields 4 generous servings. At 350 calories per serving, it's a satisfying choice that doesn't compromise on nutrition. Ready in 30 minutes (20 min prep, 10 min cook), it's proof that plant-based comfort food can be both simple and extraordinary.
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Instructions
- 1
To make the dressing: Combine the soaked and drained cashews, water, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, capers, minced garlic, nutritional yeast, black pepper, and salt in a high-speed blender.
- 2
Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add a tablespoon of water at a time until desired consistency is reached. Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- 3
Prepare the romaine lettuce by washing thoroughly and chopping into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
- 4
Pour the desired amount of Caesar dressing over the chopped romaine lettuce.
- 5
Toss gently to ensure all the lettuce is evenly coated with the dressing.
- 6
Add the vegan croutons and vegan Parmesan cheese to the salad.
- 7
Toss again lightly to combine. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious vegan Caesar salad!
Pro Tips
Don't skip the seasoning. Vegan comfort food shines when you're generous with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
Taste as you go and adjust seasoning before serving. Plant-based dishes often benefit from a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of salt at the end.
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