Mock Caesar Salad
Serves 4 to 6
Time 5 min
Classic Caesar salad takes its bold flavor from anchovies, garlic and Parmesan cheese. Our vegetarian version includes garlic as well as capers for a strong savory flavor to satisfy both vegetarian and vegan diets.
Special Diets:
Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup vegan croutons, optional
- 1/4 cup sliced raw almonds
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, more to taste
- 2 teaspoons capers, drained
- 1/2 cup vegan (egg-free) mayonnaise
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt, more or less to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
Method
For the salad, place lettuce and croutons in a large bowl.
For the dressing, place almonds, garlic and olive oil in a blender and pulverize until mostly smooth.
Add lemon juice, capers, mayonnaise, salt and pepper and purée until smooth.
If a thinner dressing is desired, add more lemon juice or olive oil.
Toss salad with 1/4 to 1/2 of the dressing and serve.
Leftover dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutritional Info:
Per serving: 190 calories (180 from fat), 20g total fat, 2.5g saturated fat, 0mg cholesterol, 170mg sodium, 2g carbohydrates (0g dietary fiber, 0g sugar), 2g protein.
Note: We've provided special diet and nutritional information for educational purposes. But remember - we're cooks, not doctors! You should follow the advice of your health-care provider. And since product formulations change, check product labels for the most recent ingredient information.
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Ingredients
- 1 head romaine lettuce, rinsed, dried and torn into bite-size pieces
- 1 cup vegan croutons, optional
- 1/4 cup sliced raw almonds
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice, more to taste
- 2 teaspoons capers, drained
- 1/2 cup vegan (egg-free) mayonnaise
- 1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt, more or less to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper