Looking for a classy, yet healthy meal option for date night? This Healthy Kale Chicken Caesar Salad is almost too pretty to eat! Although, you’re definitely going to want to eat it. 😉

Healthy kale chicken Caesar salad with Parmesan and croutons

What is Kale?

Kale can be intimidating and if I’m being honest, at times disgusting. If kale is not prepared in the proper way, it is bitter and tough to chew. Many people do not like eating fresh kale in salads for that reason. I on the other hand, love using kale as a crunchy addition to my salads. For this recipe, the bitter taste of the kale is masked by the Parmesan flavoring of the Caesar dressing. Kale has many incredible benefits, so it is wise to add it to your diet. This leafy green is actually part of the cabbage family! Just one cup of kale is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is also packed with fiber, to keep you feeling full for much longer. If you cannot tolerate an entire salad of kale, try substituting it for other greens, like spinach or Romaine lettuce!

(Almost) Vegan Caesar Dressing!

So I say this because without the Parmesan cheese, the Caesar dressing is vegan! I added the Parmesan cheese because it makes the dressing taste more like the “classic” version. Since the rest of the ingredients are super healthy, I tasted that there was something missing. I used an almond milk yogurt as the base, so without the cheese, this recipe is dairy free and vegan. However, I think the dressing doesn’t taste as good without the cheese. If you are vegan, try substituting your favorite vegan Parmesan cheese and see how it tastes!

Let Me Know What You Think!

Growing up, my mother made homemade Caesar dressing all the time! However, she made it with eggs, which made the recipe thin. While I love her dressing, I haven’t been able to tolerate the texture of eggs lately. For that reason, I decided to go for a thick Casear dressing in this recipe and remove the eggs altogether. Also, it makes the dressing much healthier. Do you prefer a thick or thin Caesar dressing? If you aren’t sure, try this Healthy Kale Chicken Caesar salad out and let me know what you think!

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