Kale Caesar with Rye Croutons and Farro Recipe

Name: Kale Caesar with Rye Croutons and Farro
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Kosher salt; 1/3 cup farro; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; One 1-inch-thick slice of rye bread, cut into 1-inch cubes; 12 ounces Tuscan kale, stems discarded and leaves shredded; 8 ounces red or green kale, stems discarded and leaves torn; 6 ounces silken tofu, drained; 5 oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained and chopped; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated garlic; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil; 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; Freshly ground pepper

Servings: persons

Kosher salt
1/3 cup farro
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
One 1-inch-thick slice of rye bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
12 ounces Tuscan kale, stems discarded and leaves shredded
8 ounces red or green kale, stems discarded and leaves torn
6 ounces silken tofu, drained
5 oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained and chopped
1/2 teaspoon finely grated garlic
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
Freshly ground pepper

1
Bring a small saucepan of salted water to a boil.
2
Add the farro and cook until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
3
Drain, then transfer the farro to a bowl of ice water to cool.
4
Drain again.
5
Meanwhile, in a large skillet, heat the olive oil.
6
Add the rye bread and cook over moderate heat until crisp and golden, 7 to 9 minutes.
7
Season with salt and transfer to a plate to cool.
8
In a large bowl, toss all of the kale.
9
In a food processor, puree the tofu, anchovies, garlic and mustard.
10
With the machine on, drizzle in the grapeseed oil and 2 tablespoons of water.
11
Add 2 tablespoons of the cheese and puree.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Add the dressing to the kale and toss; season with salt and pepper.
14
Transfer to a platter or plates.
15
Top with the farro, rye croutons and the remaining 2 tablespoons of cheese and serve.

1337

kcal

Calories

144

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Kosher salt, 1/3 cup farro, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, One 1-inch-thick slice of rye bread, cut into 1-inch cubes, and more.

Yes, Kale Caesar with Rye Croutons and Farro falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kale Caesar with Rye Croutons and Farro

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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