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Vegan BBQ Tempeh Caesar Salad | A smoky BBQ twist on the classic Caesar salad.

Vegan BBQ Tempeh Caesar Salad

A smoky BBQ twist on the classic Caesar salad!
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Author: Holly Gray

Ingredients

  • 1 8- ounce package tempeh
  • 1/4 cup BBQ sauce
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup cashews
  • 2 tablespoons creamy Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon white miso paste
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 4 cups curly kale destemmed and rough chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1 cup Brussels sprouts trimmed with leaves separated and rough chopped
  • 1 tablespoon capers rough chopped

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425°
  • Slice tempeh into thin strips and then again into chunks.
  • To a medium size bowl, add tempeh. Toss with BBQ sauce to coat.
  • Onto a baking sheet, spread tempeh in an even layer.
  • Bake until browned and slightly crispy for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.
  • To a high speed blender, add 1/4 cup water, lemon juice, cashews, Dijon mustard, white miso paste, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and adjust seasoning to taste.
  • To a large bowl, add kale then drizzle with olive oil. Massage the kale leaves until evenly coated.
  • Add Brussels sprouts and capers.
  • Toss with desired amount of dressing.
  • Divide salad evenly between large dinner bowls and top with BBQ tempeh.
  • Enjoy!
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