Description
Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad is a delightful twist on the classic Caesar that will change how you view salads. This vibrant dish features crispy kale, sweet roasted garlic, and a creamy dressing, all topped with crunchy croutons and freshly grated Parmesan. Perfect for gatherings or a satisfying solo meal, this salad is both healthy and indulgent, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh kale, torn into bite-sized pieces
- 2 heads garlic
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (plus more for drizzling)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup creamy Caesar dressing
- 1 cup homemade or store-bought croutons
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the tops off the garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, wrap in foil, and roast for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Wash and dry the kale thoroughly, then massage with olive oil until evenly coated.
- Once cooled, squeeze roasted garlic into a bowl and mix with Caesar dressing until smooth.
- Toss the kale with the garlic dressing and top with croutons and Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg