Kale & Brussels Sprouts Caesar

This great Caesar substitutes croutons with a nice crunch from toasted almonds thus avoiding the carbs!

Ingredients: (serves: 6)

6 Tbsp. sliced almonds
2 Tbsp. organic butter
3 Tbsp. fresh, organic lemon juice
1/8 tsp. Himalayan salt
1/4 tsp. ground, organic black pepper
2-3 cloves, organic garlic, minced
4 Tbsp. organic olive oil
2 Tbsp. finely grated, organic Parmesan cheese
1 12 oz. package organic, shaved fresh Brussels sprouts
1 cup sliced organic kale, using only leaves to avoid bitterness

Heat a large ceramic skillet to medium and melt the butter; add almonds and cook approx. 4 minutes or until well toasted and fragrant, stirring continuously; remove from skillet and lay evenly on paper towel to cool

Combine lemon juice, salt, pepper and garlic in a bowl; let mixture stand for 5 minutes
Add oil & cheese to the bowl and stir with a whisk
Add Brussels sprouts, kale & almonds
Thoroughly toss until well-coated
Serve immediately

YOUR HEALTH PLATE COACH – Rita