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Vegan Caesar Salad

Vegan Caesar Salad Recipe
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Indulge in a rich, savory Vegan Caesar salad that perfectly replicates the traditional experience using wholesome plant-based ingredients. By blending soaked cashews with lemon juice, nutritional yeast, and capers, we create a velvety, umami-packed dressing that rivals any dairy-based version. Paired with crispy sourdough croutons and crisp romaine hearts, this nutrient-dense dish is the ultimate healthy comfort meal that feels indulgent while keeping your diet plant-based and clean.

Ingredients

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2 large Romaine hearts, washed and dried
1 cup raw cashews, soaked for 4 hours
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 tbsp nutritional yeast
1 tbsp capers
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups sourdough bread, cubed
2 tbsp olive oil
Splash of cold water (as needed)

Instructions

Drain the soaked cashews thoroughly using a fine-mesh strainer.
Combine cashews, lemon juice, nutritional yeast, garlic, capers, and a splash of water in a high-speed blender.
Blend on high until the mixture reaches a completely smooth and creamy consistency, adding more water one teaspoon at a time if thinner dressing is desired.
Toss the sourdough cubes with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet.
Bake at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 10 minutes or until golden brown.
Chop the romaine hearts into large, bite-sized pieces.
Mix the prepared dressing thoroughly into the greens in a large bowl, then top with the baked sourdough croutons.

Notes

Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Customize the salad with extra toppings like avocado or toasted hemp seeds for added texture and nutrition.

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