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A bowl of massaged kale caesar salad with parmesan cheese and sourdough croutons

Kale Caesar Salad

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 large bunch Lacinato kale, stems removed and leaves thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic , minced
  • 3 anchovy fillets , minced
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup extra -virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup sourdough croutons

Method
 

  1. In a small bowl or mortar and pestle, mash the garlic and anchovies into a smooth paste.
  2. Whisk in the egg yolk, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard until well combined.
  3. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly to create a stable emulsion.
  4. Stir in half of the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
  5. Place the sliced kale in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with two tablespoons of the dressing.
  6. Massage the kale leaves with clean hands for 2-3 minutes until they become dark green and tender.
  7. Add the remaining dressing, croutons, and the rest of the Parmesan cheese.
  8. Toss thoroughly to coat and serve immediately.