Vegan Caesar Salad with Cashew Dressing Recipe
You toss lettuce like you’ve got secrets, attitude, and zero time for sad salads drenched in mystery bottles of oil.
You whip up a creamy cashew dressing that fakes dairy better than your last Tinder date faked emotional availability.
You skip the anchovies because fish breath is not the vibe—nutty, zesty, and garlic-laced bliss absolutely is the vibe.
You crunch your way through croutons with the confidence of someone who meal preps and still orders fries unapologetically.
You serve this bowl of greens with goddess energy and enough flavor to shut down any “but where’s the protein?” comments.
Vegan Caesar Salad with Cashew Dressing Recipe
A bold, creamy vegan Caesar salad that ditches the dairy, embraces the cashews, and still delivers that iconic tangy, garlicky punch.
Ingredients
Method
- Soak the cashews: Soak in hot water for 10 minutes or let them bathe all day while you “work from home.”
- Make the dressing: Blend soaked cashews, lemon juice, mustard, capers, garlic, salt, pepper, and water until smooth and dreamy.
- Toast croutons (if making): Toss bread cubes with olive oil. Bake at 375°F for 5–8 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Assemble the salad: In a large bowl, toss romaine with croutons and vegan parmesan (if you’re feeling extra).
- Drizzle & slay: Pour that luscious cashew dressing over everything, toss again, and serve like the domestic goddess you are.
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Total Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Vitamin A: 70% DV
- Iron: 25% DV
- Calcium: 10% DV
- Vitamin C: 15% DV
- Vitamin K: 90% DV
Flavor-Boosting Tips & Notes
- Add roasted chickpeas if you want crunch with commitment.
- A splash of apple cider vinegar makes the dressing punchier—go wild.
- Use kale instead of romaine if your vibe is more “green warrior queen.”
- Don’t skip the capers; they’re small, sassy, and powerful—like your bestie.
- Meal prep the dressing and feel smug about lunch for the next three days.
