Kale Caesar Salad recipe
Kale Caesar Salad recipe

Kale Caesar Salad

by Martha Stewart on Sep 30, 2014

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Servings
6 servings
Course
Salad

Ingredients

For the Croutons:

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, divided
  • 1 (1/2 pound) loaf brioche bread, crusts removed, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon coarse salt, divided
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided

For the Salad:

  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 4 anchovy fillets, preferably salt-cured, soaked if salted; or 2 teaspoons anchovy paste
  • 1/3 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 large egg yolk
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano, plus more for garnish, if desired
  • 3 heads Tuscan kale, washed, dried, stems removed, leaves cut into ¼-inch strips

Instructions

  1. For the Croutons: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil and 1 teaspoon butter over medium heat. Working in batches, add one-third of the bread cubes, one-third of the salt, and one-third of the pepper; toss to coat. Cook until golden. Remove from skillet and set aside. Repeat process twice with remaining oil, butter, bread, salt, and pepper.
  2. For the Salad: Place the garlic, anchovy fillets, salt, and pepper in a large wooden salad bowl. Using two dinner forks or a muddler, mash to form a paste. Using one fork, whisk in lemon juice, mustard, and egg yolk. While whisking, drizzle in olive oil and continue to whisk until emulsified. Add ½ cup grated cheese; set aside.
  3. Add kale to bowl along with croutons and toss well. If desired, garnish with additional cheese. Serve immediately.

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