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High-Protein Vegan Caesar Salad

This High-Protein Vegan Caesar Salad packs 23 grams of plant-based protein per serving. Massaged kale, creamy tahini Caesar dressing, crispy roasted chickpeas and tempeh bacon.
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Servings: 4 servings
Author: Sarah Sullivan
Calories: 420kcal

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Ingredients

High Protein Caesar Salad

  • massaged kale recipe follows
  • Tahini Caesar dressing recipe follows
  • 1 batch Stovetop Tempeh Bacon prepare with chopped tempeh
  • 1 batch Crispy Roasted Chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons hemp seeds optional
  • 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast optional

Tahini Caesar Dressing

  • 1/4 cup runny tahini
  • juice of 1 small lemon about 1-2 tablespoons
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 small clove garlic minced or grated
  • 1 teaspoon white miso paste can sub soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon chopped capers
  • 2 teaspoons caper brine
  • black pepper to preference
  • 2-3 tablespoons water to adjust consistency

Massaged Kale

  • 1 bunch kale washed and dried, thick stems removed
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Make the Crispy Chickpeas and Tempeh Bacon

  • Ahead of time, follow the recipes for 1 batch of Crispy Roasted Chickpeas.
  • Follow the recipe for 1 batch of Stovetop Tempeh Bacon. Prepare the recipe using chopped tempeh.

Massage the Kale

  • Chop or tear the kale into bite-sized pieces. Add to a large mixing bowl with olive oil.
  • Massage kale with clean hands for 2-3 minutes, until softened.

Make the Tahini Caesar Dressing

  • Whisk together all ingredients for the dressing. Add water as needed to achieve a pourable consistency. Taste and add extra salt and pepper to preference.

Assemble the Salad

  • Add the tempeh bacon to the bowl with the massaged kale. Optionally, add in tomatoes and avocado. Pour in the Tahini Caesar Dressing and toss to coat.
  • Top with Crispy Roasted Chickpeas when ready to serve. Optionally, top with a sprinkle of hemp seeds and nutritional yeast.
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Nutrition

Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 510mg | Fiber: 7.8g | Sugar: 6.7g