Description

A smoky twist on classic Caesar salad featuring grilled sourdough croutons, crisp kale, and a creamy Parmesan dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this salad balances tangy, crunchy, and savory flavors in every bite.

Ingredients

Scale

1 bunch fresh kale

2 cups sourdough bread, cubed

3 tbsp olive oil

2 cloves garlic, minced

2 tbsp lemon juice

1 tsp Worcestershire sauce

1 tsp Dijon mustard

1/2 cup mayonnaise

1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated

1/2 tsp anchovy paste (optional)

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat grill to medium heat and toss sourdough cubes with olive oil and salt.

2. Grill bread cubes until golden and charred, turning occasionally, about 5 minutes.

3. Blend mayonnaise, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, garlic, and Parmesan until smooth; season to taste.

4. Massage kale with olive oil, tear into bite-size pieces, and place in a bowl.

5. Toss kale with dressing, add croutons, top with extra Parmesan, and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: salad
Method: grilling
Cuisine: american

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 350
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 450
Fat: 28
Saturated Fat: 5
Unsaturated Fat: 18
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 4
Protein: 8
Cholesterol: 20

Keywords: bbq, sourdough, croutons, kale, caesar salad, creamy dressing, parmesan, summer salad, bbq salad