Caesar Salad with Vegan Bacon Strips
This Vegan Caesar Salad Variety is a crowd-pleaser. Especially because you'll never believe how much the smoked coconut flakes actually taste like bacon!
Salad:
chopped bibb lettuce
arugula
organic tomatoes
chopped cucumber
sliced radishes
sliced fennel
Dressing:
1/4 cup raw tahini
2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
1-2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (adjust depending on preference)
1 tbsp dijon mustard
1 tsp ground black pepper
salt to taste
Vegan Bacon Strips:
1 cup raw coconut flakes
1 and 1/2 tbsp tamari
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 and 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
maple syrup or coconut syrup to taste (optional)
In a small saucepan, heat coconut oil (or olive oil) for a few minutes. Add raw coconut flakes and wet ingredients. Stir on medium heat until coconut flakes are crunchy and brown!