Vegan Caesar Pasta Salad (Dairy Free!)
This vegan Caesar Pasta Salad takes the everyday caesar and takes it up a notch! With protein from the tofu, and some healthy carbs from the pasta, this Caesar Pasta Salad has a little bit of everything to keep you full.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 1 head dinosaur kale
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 2 cups cooked whole wheat pasta
- 1/2 cup shaved vegan parmesan
- 1 block high protein tofu
Dressing
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp capers
- 1 tbsp caper brine
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 3/4 cup water
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- pinch of pepper
Instructions
- Cook and strain the pasta.
- Break apart the tofu and sauté or grill.
- Chop the kale and tomatoes.
- Add all ingredients to a bowl.
- Make the dressing.
- Toss and enjoy!
dressing
- Blend all the ingredients together in a blender until completely smooth.
Notes
**Exact amounts for the dressing ingredients can be found in the HealthyGirl Kitchen cookbook!