Best 2 Tofu Caesar Dressing Recipes

Tofu Caesar dressing is a delicious and healthy twist on the classic Caesar dressing. Made with tofu, it is a great option for vegans and vegetarians or those looking for a lighter, dairy-free alternative. With its creamy texture and tangy, garlicky flavor, tofu Caesar dressing is perfect for salads, sandwiches, and wraps. Additionally, it is a versatile recipe that can be easily customized to suit your own taste preferences. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a special occasion dish, tofu Caesar dressing is a great choice.

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KALE CAESAR SALAD WITH TOFU CROUTONS & KALAMATA CAESAR DRESSING

Kale Caesar Salad with Tofu Croutons & Kalamata Caesar Dressing image

This 100% vegetarian Caesar salad gets its incredible flavor from its pretty purple kalamata olive dressing. And move over, bread ... tofu croutons are in town, and they're freakin' delicious.

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 14-ounce package extra-firm tofu
1/4 cup grapeseed oil (or other high smoke-point oil like vegetable or canola)
1/4 cup corn starch
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
10 kalamata olives (pitted (about 1/3 cup))
3 medium cloves garlic (peeled and roughly chopped)
2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon vegetarian Worchestershire sauce
A couple turns of freshly ground black pepper (about 1/8 teaspoon)
1/4 cup olive oil
5-6 cups kale (washed, dried well, and torn into bite-sized pieces)
Lemon wedges and a few shavings of Parmesan cheese (if desired)

Steps:

Make the tofu croutons. Remove the block of tofu from its packaging and drain the water. Press the tofu by laying a half dozen or so paper towels on a dinner plate and placing the tofu on top. Add a couple more paper towels and top with 4 or 5 more dinner plates. Let sit for 20-30 minutes, checking occasionally to move the plates if they're off balance. Or, much easier, use a tofu press!
Set the tofu on a cutting board and cut it into crouton-size pieces, about 3/4-inch big.
Heat the grapeseed oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. On a large plate or in a shallow baking dish, combine the corn starch, garlic powder, and salt with a fork. Working in batches, dredge the tofu in the corn starch mixture, turning to coat evenly. Carefully add tofu to hot oil in skillet. Cook on medium-high for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally to brown most sides. Remove tofu from pan and place on several paper towels, blotting to remove excess oil.
Make the dressing. To a food processor or high-power blender, add the olives, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, vinegar, Worchestershire sauce, and pepper. Pulse until smooth, about 30 seconds. Drizzle in the olive oil and blend until smooth and creamy, about 15-20 seconds more.
Prepare the salad. Add the kale to a large bowl and drizzle the dressing over the top. Toss well to coat all of the leaves. Top with the tofu croutons and a few shavings of Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve with additional lemon wedges to squeeze over the top.

TOFU CAESAR DRESSING

Tofu Caesar Dressing image

A tasty, vegetarian alternative to traditional Caesar! This dressing is also yummy on pasta, baked potatoes or a great dip!

Provided by VERONIKA S

Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Caesar Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

1 (10 ounce) package silken tofu, drained
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 lemon, juiced
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup water
2 teaspoons vegetarian Worcestershire sauce
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

In a blender or food processor combine tofu, lemon zest and juice, garlic, water, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan cheese, salt and pepper. Puree until smooth. If the consistency is too thick, add more water.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 16.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.6 g, Cholesterol 0.8 mg, Fat 0.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.2 g, Sodium 29.3 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

Tips:

Use a high-quality tofu. Silken tofu will give you a creamier dressing, while firm tofu will give you a thicker dressing.
Be sure to press the tofu before using it. This will help to remove excess water and give you a smoother dressing.
Use a good quality olive oil. This will help to give your dressing a rich flavor.
Add a little bit of lemon juice or white wine vinegar to brighten up the flavor of your dressing.
Season your dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
If you want a thicker dressing, you can add a little bit of cornstarch or arrowroot powder.
Serve your dressing immediately or store it in the refrigerator for later use.

Conclusion:

Tofu Caesar dressing is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional Caesar dressing. It is easy to make and can be used on a variety of salads. So next time you are looking for a creamy, flavorful, and healthy salad dressing, give tofu Caesar dressing a try!