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Vegan Caesar Salad with Tofu Croutons

A bold twist on the classic Caesar salad—without sacrificing the creamy, savory flavor you love. Crisp romaine and peppery arugula are coated in a rich vegan Caesar dressing layered with capers, nutritional yeast, seeds, and fresh lemon for that signature tangy bite. Finished with crispy tofu croutons, this salad delivers crunch, protein, and indulgence in one nourishing bowl. It’s proof that plant-based eating can be both elevated and deeply satisfying.

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Credit: classie media

Ingredients

 

Salad Base

  • Romaine lettuce

  • Arugula

Tofu Croutons

  • Extra firm tofu

  • Olive oil

  • Salt

  • Black pepper

  • Garlic

  • Cornstarch

Vegan Caesar Dressing

  • Freshly ground black pepper

  • Garlic

  • Liquid aminos

  • Lemon juice

  • Onion powder

  • Garlic powder

  • Crushed capers

  • Nutritional yeast

  • Vegan parmesan cheese

  • Vegan mayonnaise

  • Hemp seeds

  • Sunflower seeds

  • Pumpkin seeds

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Optional additions:

Cherry tomatoes

Dried cranberries

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Instructions

Make the Tofu Croutons

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Step 1

​Press extra firm tofu to remove excess water.

Cube tofu.

  1. Toss with: Olive oil, Salt. Pepper, and Garlic

  2. Lightly coat with cornstarch.

  3. Spread on baking sheet.

  4. Bake at 350°F for about 25 minutes until crispy.

 

Step 2

 Prepare the Greens

  • Tear romaine lettuce into pieces.

  • Combine with arugula in a large bowl.

 

Step 3

Make the Caesar Dressing

In a bowl combine:

Black pepper, Garlic, Liquid aminos, Lemon juice, Onion powder, Garlic powder,

Crushed capers, Nutritional yeast, Vegan parmesan, Helmanns Vegan mayonnaise, Hemp seeds,

Sunflower seeds, and Pumpkin seeds

 

Mix until creamy.
Add more lemon juice if needed to thin dressing.

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Step 4

 Assemble the Salad​

  1. Toss tofu croutons into dressing to coat.

  2. Add dressing mixture to romaine and arugula.

  3. Toss until evenly coated.

  4. Finish with fresh black pepper.

 

Optional:

  • Add cherry tomatoes or dried cranberries for extra color and texture.

 

Serve immediately for best taste.

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