Kale Caesar Slabs: Crispy, Cheesy, Crowd-Pleasing Perfection
Imagine thick kale slabs roasted until edges crisp like chips, draped in creamy Caesar dressing, showered with fluffy Parmesan clouds and golden croutons. This isn’t your average salad—it’s Kale Caesar Slabs, the bold, shareable twist on the classic that’s stealing hearts at potlucks, game nights, and weeknight dinners.
The secret? Uniform shreds and slices that turn humble kale into texture heaven. A quick spin with the Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater handles the cheese and croutons like a dream—leaving you with restaurant-level flair, zero fuss.
🧀Ingredients (Serves 4 as a side)
1 large bunch curly kale (stems removed)
2–3 thick slices sourdough or baguette (for croutons)
1 cup Parmesan cheese (block)
⅓ cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
Optional: anchovy paste, capers
🥬Step-by-Step: Kale Caesar in 4 Moves
1. Prep the Slabs
Wash and dry kale thoroughly. Slice leaves into 3–4 inch wide “slabs” (keep them connected at the stem for easy handling). Brush lightly with olive oil, sprinkle with salt.
2. Crisp the Base
Arrange kale slabs on a baking sheet. Roast in a hot oven until edges brown and curl—crisp outside, tender inside.
3. Shred
Lock your hand crank cheese grater.
Coarse blade: Feed in Parmesan → crank for fluffy, melt-in-your-mouth shreds.
Fine blade: Crumble stale bread into golden crouton dust (or hand-tear and toast).
4. Dress & Assemble
Whisk mayo, olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, Worcestershire, and a pinch of pepper. Drizzle over warm kale slabs. Top with shredded Parmesan and crouton crumbs. One final crack of pepper. Serve warm or room temp.
🌶️Tips & Twists
Spicy Kick – Add red pepper flakes to dressing.
Protein Boost – Top with grilled shrimp or soft-boiled eggs.
Vegan Swap – Use vegan mayo + nutritional yeast (Geedel-fine shred).
Make-Ahead – Shred cheese/croutons with Geedel up to 2 days ahead.
Low-Carb – Skip croutons, double cheese.
🎉Conclusion: Kale Caesar That Wows
These Kale Caesar Slabs aren’t just a side—they’re the star of the table. With the cheese slicer, every shred is perfect, every bite is balanced. One tool, one sheet pan, endless applause.
