Kale caesar salad recipe

Step by Step

Step 1

Make the croutons: Preheat the oven to 350˚ F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Remove the bread crusts and cut the bread into small chunks (you should have about 4 cups). Transfer to a large bowl, drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil and toss. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Spread on the baking sheet and bake, tossing halfway through, until crisp and golden, about 15 minutes. While the croutons are still hot, toss with 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan. Let cool.

Step 2

Meanwhile, make the dressing: Combine the lemon juice, mayonnaise, garlic, anchovies, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a mini food processor or blender. Process until smooth. With the machine running, add the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil in a slow stream to make a smooth, thick dressing.

Step 3

Cut the kale into thin ribbons and transfer to a large serving bowl. Add half of the dressing and toss well; let sit until the leaves soften a bit, about 10 minutes. Drizzle with the remaining dressing, then add the croutons and remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan. Toss well; season with salt and pepper. Shave the Parmesan chunk over the top with a vegetable peeler and gently toss.