Cabbage Caesar Salad

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In this Caesar salad, we skip the usual romaine lettuce and opt for napa cabbage, a delightfully tender cabbage variety that maintains a crisp and mild sweetness even when eaten raw. The dressing takes a shortcut, using store-bought mayonnaise instead of fresh egg yolks, and gets a savory kick from anchovy paste. Feel free to switch it up by using chopped anchovy fillets, or omit it entirely for a vegetarian-friendly salad according to your preference.

a recipe photo of the Cabbage Caesar Salad
Photo:

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Active Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
25 mins
Servings:
6
the ingredients to make the Cabbage Caesar Salad

Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 4 ounces whole-grain country bread, cut into 1/2-inch cubes

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 small clove garlic, grated

  • 3/4 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)

  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

  • Freshly ground pepper to taste

  • 6 cups chopped napa cabbage (12 ounces)

  • 1/3 cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.

  2. Stir 1 1/2 tablespoons oil and garlic powder together in a medium bowl. Add bread cubes and toss to coat. Transfer to a large rimmed baking sheet and bake, stirring once, until browned and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes.

    a photo of the croutons

    Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

  3. Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice, the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons oil, mayonnaise, mustard, garlic, anchovy paste (if using), salt and pepper in a large bowl until well blended. Add cabbage and Parmesan; toss until coated. Serve topped with the croutons.

    a photo of the romaine and cheese mixed together

    Photography: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Kelsey Moylan, Prop stylist: Gabriel Greco

EatingWell.com, February 2024

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

172 Calories
13g Fat
11g Carbs
5g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Serving Size 1 cup
Calories 172
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 1g 5%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 5g 10%
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 2g 12%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Vitamin A 23µg
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 2mg 11%
Folate 34µg
Vitamin K 13µg
Sodium 287mg 12%
Calcium 97mg 7%
Iron 1mg 6%
Magnesium 22mg 5%
Potassium 123mg 3%
Zinc 1mg 6%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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