“Smoked” almonds sold in supermarkets haven’t really been smoked like, say, smoked salmon or Applewood smoked bacon. The nuts get their taste from a dose of natural smoke flavor. That comes close enough to make smoked almonds a perfect plant-based substitute for bacon’s smoky flavor in salads like this Smoked Almond Caesar or in grain bowls, cooked vegetables (like broccoli or green beans), or breading for chicken.

This recipe was developed by Kate Sherwood, The Healthy Cook. Have a comment, question, or idea? Email Kate at healthycook@cspinet.org.

Time: 5 minutes

Serves: 4

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbs. mayonnaise

  • 1 Tbs. fresh lemon juice

  • ½ tsp. dijon mustard

  • 1 finely grated clove garlic

  • ¼ tsp. kosher salt

  • 8 cups shredded kale, romaine, or cabbage

  • ¼ cup chopped smoked almonds

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the mayo, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, and salt. 

  2. Toss with the kale and almonds.

Nutrition Information

Per serving (2 cups):

  • Calories: 150

  • Total fat: 14 g

  • Sat fat: 2 g

  • Carbs: 5 g

  • Fiber: 2 g

  • Total sugar: 1 g

  • Added sugar: 0 g

  • Protein: 3 g

  • Sodium: 250 mg

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