Vegan Caesar Salad
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Vegan Caesar Salad
Description
The Vegan Caesar Salad recipe centers on a blended dressing that combines cashews, garlic, lemon juice, white miso, olive oil, water, and seasonings for a balanced, tangy, and smooth flavor. The raw cashews provide a creamy base that replaces traditional dairy, while miso adds umami depth. The dressing is made by blending all ingredients until very smooth, with seasoning adjusted to taste for salt and pepper.
Chopped romaine lettuce is coated evenly with the dressing, which can be added according to preference since the amount is flexible. Adding crunchy elements such as croutons or roasted chickpeas complements the texture. The salad is served promptly to maintain lettuce crispness.
For leftovers, storing the dressing and lettuce separately is recommended to prevent sogginess. The dressing thickens when chilled but can be thinned with water or warmed to regain a pourable consistency. The recipe is naturally gluten-free when using appropriate toppings.
Ingredients
Vegan Caesar Dressing
- ¾ cup cashew nuts raw
- 3 garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon white miso
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ cup water
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper ground
Salad Assembly
- 2 to 3 romaine lettuce about 10 cups chopped, heads
- croutons optional, homemade
- chickpeas optional, roasted
Instructions
- In a high-speed blender, combine all of the Caesar dressing ingredients and blend until very smooth. Taste and adjust the seasoning, as needed. (I sometimes add 1/4 teaspoon more salt, since the flavor will be diluted when you pour it over the lettuce.)
- Transfer the chopped romaine lettuce to a large serving bowl, and pour some of the dressing over the top. Toss well, and add more dressing, until it's sufficiently coated to your liking. You might not use all of the dressing; it will keep well in the fridge for up to 5 days in the fridge and makes an amazing dip for veggies or pizza. Top with crunchy croutons or roasted chickpeas, then serve right away. It's best if you can store the lettuce and dressing separately if you think you're going to have leftovers, since the dressed lettuce will be soggy the next day.
Notes
- The nutrition estimate is based on 1/6 of the recipe and includes only lettuce and dressing.
- Use gluten-free croutons or roasted chickpeas to keep the salad gluten-free.
- Leftover dressing thickens in the fridge; thin with water or warm to adjust consistency before use.
- Store lettuce and dressing separately if you expect leftovers to avoid soggy greens.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 406mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 322mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 6827IU | 137% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 38mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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