Name: Vegan Caesar Salad
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup olive oil; ¼ cup soft silken tofu; ½ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 2 teaspoons drained capers; 2 teaspoons nutritional yeast; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; Lettuce Gem lettuce or romaine hearts, croutons, and grated toasted almonds (for serving)

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Photo by Alex Lau

Nutritional yeast is worth having around whether you are vegan or not. Try it on popcorn and you will never look back.

Recipe information

Yield
4 servings

Ingredients

¼ cup olive oil

¼ cup soft silken tofu

½ teaspoon finely grated lemon zest

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons drained capers

2 teaspoons nutritional yeast

Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

Lettuce Gem lettuce or romaine hearts, croutons, and grated toasted almonds (for serving)

Preparation

Step 1
Purée oil, tofu, lemon zest and juice, mustard, capers, and nutritional yeast in a blender until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.
Step 2
Just before serving, toss dressing with lettuce, croutons, and almonds.

TagsSalad Tofu Romaine Lettuce Leafy Greens Vegetable Nutritional Yeast Easy Quick Side Vegan Dairy Free Vegetarian Healthyish Bon Appétit

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