Kale Caesar

Kale Caesar is a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's made with fresh kale, shaved Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. You can also add anchovies if you like. The kale is massaged until it's softened, then combined with the other ingredients and tossed to coat. The result is a salad that's flavorful, satisfying, and good for you.

Kale Caesar salad was created by a chef named Sergio in the 1970s. Sergio was working at a restaurant in Los Angeles when he was asked to create a new salad for the menu. He decided to make a salad with kale, which was a popular ingredient in Italy at the time. Sergio massaged the kale with his hands until it was softened, then tossed it with olive oil, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. The salad was a hit with customers, and it soon became a staple on the restaurant's menu. Today, Kale Caesar salad is a popular dish all over the world. It's a delicious and healthy salad that's perfect for any occasion.

Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 bunch kale, chopped
• 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 2-4 anchovies (optional)

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, massage the kale with your hands until it's softened.
2. Add the Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to the kale and toss to combine.
3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
4. Add anchovies, if desired.
5. Enjoy!

Why It Works

• Massaging the kale helps to soften it and make it more tender.
• The combination of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper creates a flavorful dressing that coats the kale.
• The Parmesan cheese adds richness and depth of flavor.