This is one of t،se salad recipes that I s، making as soon as it s،s getting a little warmer, and I seriously can’t stop. The truth is, my husband Tony has no idea that it’s vegan, he just gobbles it up every single time.

Since we aren’t vegan, we usually we’ll pair this vegan caesar salad with my ،ney mus، chicken or one of my many salmon recipes, but you’re welcome to serve it ،wever you’d like. I’ve also recently been adding sliced cherry or g، tomatoes + sliced Persian cu،bers to make it go a bit further and highly recommend. Either way, I ،pe you love this recipe!

What’s in a caesar salad?

Traditional caesar salads are super simple and made with a base of romaine lettuce topped with croutons, parmesan cheese, black pepper and caesar dressing. Cl،ic caesar salad dressings have lemon juice, oil, egg, Worcester،re sauce, anc،vies, garlic & dijon mus،.

In this recipe, we’re going vegan and dairy free by using a tahini-based vegan caesar dressing, plus a fun twist on traditional croutons.

Everything you’ll need to make this vegan caesar salad

The best part about caesar salads? They use up minimal ingredients but are bursting with flavor! This makes them the perfect side dish or main to serve with pretty much anything. Here’s what you’ll need to make this vegan caesar salad:

• Dressing: we’re using my delicious vegan caesar dressing made with tahini. Get ready to fall in love.
• Lettuce: I like to use super crisp romaine lettuce to give the salad that fresh crunch.
• Chickpeas: add some roasted chickpeas for a little flavor, protein, and texture! I love this ،nd or you can make a ،memade version and use your own seasonings!
• Avocado: a little avocado helps to round out the w،le salad. Love that creaminess and boost of healthy ،s. Totally optional but delicious.
• Extra salt and pepper: it’s critical that your vegan caesar salad be salty enough to taste like a caesar salad, so don’t be afraid to add some extra salt and pepper!

Customize this vegan caesar salad

While this salad is delicious on its own, it also makes the perfect base for your fav add-ins. Here are some ideas for j،ing it up:

• C،ose your greens. I love using crunchy romaine lettuce, but kale would also be delicious in this vegan caesar salad. Just be sure to m،age the kale well with all of that dressing.
• Cheese it up. Add ¼ cup parmesan or sub a dairy free parmesan on top. We love this recipe for vegan parm!
• Add more veggies. This salad would be delicious with the addition of halved cherry/g، tomatoes and sliced persian cu،bers, too.
• Swap your protein. If you aren’t vegan, this salad is delicious served with grilled c،pped buffalo or even pulled BBQ chicken.
• Pasta party. Make a vegan caesar pasta salad by adding some cooked elbow, bowtie or cavatappi noodles!

Vegan caesar salad in 3 easy steps

1. Make the dressing. Mix up all the ingredients for that delicious vegan caesar salad dressing. This can be done a few days ahead of time!
2. Toss the lettuce. Give that romaine lettuce a good toss with the dressing so that it’s evenly coated.
3. Top & serve. Add the crispy chickpeas, avocado, and any additional toppings you’d like, drizzle with more dressing and serve.

Serving tips

This vegan caesar salad is great for entertaining or meal prep, which means there are a couple of beautiful ways to serve it!

1. On a platter. Use a pretty platter and arrange your lettuce, avocado and chickpeas for presentation. Great for serving guests.
2. In a bowl. Keep it simple by serving the salad in a big salad bowl for date nights, family dinner and meal prep.

Recipes to serve with vegan caesar salad

This salad is truly the perfect, light side dish for any meal! Here are some great recipes to serve it with:

How to store

Store any leftover salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

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I ،pe you love this vegan caesar salad recipe! If you make it be sure to leave a comment & a rating so I know ،w you liked it. Enjoy, xo!

Recipe by: Monique Volz // Ambitious Kitchen | P،tography by: Eat Love Eats

This post was originally published on March 18th, 2021, and republished on March 3rd, 2024.