Brussels Kale Caesar with Cheezy Garlic Croutons
This salad combines crispy kale, shredded brussels sprouts, parmesan cheese, and homemade cheesy garlic croutons in a creamy Caesar dressing.
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 bunch of kale, chopped
- ½ pound brussels sprouts, shredded
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the croutons:
- 4 slices of bread, cut into cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
For the dressing:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- ¼ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, massage the kale leaves with a little olive oil and salt until they soften slightly.
- Add shredded brussels sprouts and Parmesan cheese to the kale.
- In a separate bowl, toss the bread cubes with olive oil, minced garlic, and Parmesan cheese.
- Spread the bread cubes on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together all the dressing ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- Pour the dressing over the kale and Brussels sprouts mixture and toss to coat.
- Top with the cheesy garlic croutons and serve immediately.
Notes
- You can use any type of bread for the croutons, but crusty bread like baguette or sourdough works best.
- Feel free to add other vegetables to the salad, such as roasted sweet potatoes, cherry tomatoes, or avocado.
- If you want a spicier dressing, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.