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Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad

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A flavorful Roasted Garlic & Kale Caesar Salad featuring crispy bacon, homemade croutons, parmesan, and a roasted garlic dressing, perfect for any meal.

  • Author: Tina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Total Time: 11 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Roasted
  • Cuisine: American

Ingredients

2 heads garlic

Olive oil, as needed

Kosher salt

¾ lb raw, sliced bacon

¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 tbsp Dijon mustard

3 anchovy fillets (packed in oil, drained)

½ cup grated parmesan cheese

1 cup olive oil

Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

1 bunch (6-7 large leaves) lacinato kale, stemmed, rinsed, and dried

½ lb crusty Italian bread, torn into ½” pieces

3 hearts of romaine, trimmed, rinsed, and dried

1 small chunk parmesan cheese, shaved for topping

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Cut the tops off the garlic heads, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt. Wrap in foil and roast for 2 hours. Let cool before squeezing out the garlic.
  2. Raise oven temperature to 425°F (220°C). Lay the bacon on a sheet pan and roast for 20-22 minutes until crispy. Remove, drain on paper towels, and chop.
  3. For the dressing, combine lemon juice, Dijon mustard, anchovies, grated parmesan, and roasted garlic in a food processor. Drizzle in olive oil while blending and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Roll kale leaves tightly and slice into ¼” strips. Massage the kale with a spoonful of dressing for 30 seconds and let it sit for 10 minutes.
  5. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add torn bread pieces and toast for 5-6 minutes until golden and crispy. Season with salt.
  6. Slice romaine into ¼” strips and combine with kale. Toss with remaining dressing for 30 seconds.
  7. Top with bacon, croutons, and remaining parmesan. Toss to combine and serve immediately or store for up to 2 days.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian option, skip the bacon and add roasted chickpeas or crispy tofu for protein.
  • You can substitute anchovies with Worcestershire sauce for a similar umami flavor.
  • If you prefer, you can use store-bought croutons, but homemade ones add extra freshness.
  • This salad can be made keto-friendly by using low-carb dressing and omitting the croutons.

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