Vegan Caesar Salad

30 mins

Nutritional Information

4 servings

Ingredients

For the Salad Base:

  • 2 large romaine lettuce heads, chopped (400g)

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved (150g)

  • 2 cups sourdough bread cubes (120g)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil for croutons (30ml)

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/4 tsp dried herbs

For the Vegan Caesar Dressing:

  • 120g silken tofu

  • 2 tbsp nutritional yeast (14g)

  • 2 tbsp capers (30g)

  • 2 garlic cloves (6g)

  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (15g)

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (30ml)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)

  • 1 tsp maple syrup (7g)

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp sea salt

Optional Chicken Add-on: (NON-VEGAN)

  • 400g chicken breast

  • 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)

  • 1 tsp dried herbs

  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder

  • Pinch of salt and pepper

Micronutrient Information

Energy

Protein

Fat

Saturated Fat

Carbohydrates

Sugar

Fibre

Method

Total

880 kcal

32 g

48 g

7 g

88 g

12 g

16 g

Step 1 - Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F)

Step 2 - Toss bread cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, and dried herbs

Step 3 - Spread on a baking tray and bake for 10 minutes until golden, turning halfway

Step 4 - For the dressing, blend all dressing ingredients until smooth

Step 5 - Wash and chop romaine lettuce into bite-sized pieces

Step 6 - Halve cherry tomatoes

Step 7 - In a large bowl, combine lettuce and tomatoes

Step 8 - Add croutons and toss with the desired amount of dressing

Step 9 - Season with extra black pepper if desired

Optional Chicken Steps:

Step 10 - Season chicken with herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper

Step 11 - Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat

Step 12 - Cook chicken for 12-15 minutes each side until cooked through

Step 13 - Rest for 5 minutes, then slice and serve on top of salad

Per 2 Servings

440 kcal

16 g

24 g

3.5 g

44 g

6 g

8 g

Per 1 Serving

220 kcal

8g

12g

1.75g

22g

3g

4g

With Chicken (add per serving): (NON-VEGAN)

Additional Energy: 165 kcal

Additional Protein: 25g

Additional Fat: 7g

Vitamin A

Vitamin C

Vitamin B12

Iron

Calcium

Omega-3

Zinc

Folate

Protein

Antioxidants

Found in romaine lettuce, supports eye health

Present in lettuce and tomatoes, boosts the immune system

Nutritional yeast supports nerve function

Present in romaine lettuce, supports energy levels

Found in tofu, essential for bone health

Present in olive oil, it supports brain health

Found in nutritional yeast, it supports immune function

Abundant in romaine lettuce, important for cell growth

Plant-based protein from tofu and nutritional yeast

Present in tomatoes and lettuce, it fights inflammation

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