Garlic Caesar Salad
Yield: 2 salads
Ingredients for Salad:
1 head romaine lettuce, chopped 1 cup celery, chopped 1/2 cup fennel, chopped 1/4 cup Garlic Caesar Dressing
Ingredients for Dressing:
1 cup cashews, soaked for in water at least 20 minutes and then drained 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/4 tsp. sea salt 2 TB. freshly squeezed lemon juice 3 soft dates, pitted 3/4 cups water 2 large stalks celery, chopped Freshly ground black pepper
Directions: For the salad, combine romaine lettuce, celery, and fennel in a large bowl. For the dressing, combine cashews, garlic, sea salt, lemon juice, dates, water, celery, and black pepper in a high-speed blender and blend until creamy. Toss salad with desired amount of dressing and serve. Leftover dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days and makes a great dip for veggies.
Variation: Top with a sliced grilled portobello mushroom for a hearty option.
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