Recipe

New Nordic Caesar Salad

Nordic Twist on a Classic: New Nordic Caesar Salad

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In the context of New Nordic cuisine, this reinvented Caesar Salad brings a fresh and innovative twist to the classic American dish. Inspired by the principles of local and seasonal ingredients, this salad combines the traditional flavors of a Caesar Salad with Nordic elements, resulting in a vibrant and wholesome dish.

Salad› Caesar Salad

Cuisine of the Americas› American cuisine

European cuisine› Northern European cuisine› Nordic cuisines› Danish cuisine› New Nordic cuisine

Preparation time

15 minutes

Cooking time

N/A

Total time

15 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Gluten-free, Nut-free, Egg-free, Dairy-free (if omitting cheese)

Allergens

Wheat (in rye bread croutons), Dairy (in Västerbotten cheese)

Not suitable for

Vegan, Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, Soy-free

Ingredients

The New Nordic Caesar Salad differs from the original American version by incorporating locally sourced ingredients and embracing the principles of the New Nordic cuisine movement. This adaptation focuses on using seasonal vegetables, foraged herbs, and a lighter dressing that highlights the natural flavors of the ingredients. We alse have the original recipe for Caesar Salad, so you can check it out.

2 cups (100g) baby kale 2 cups (100g) baby kale
1 cup (50g) radicchio, thinly sliced 1 cup (50g) radicchio, thinly sliced
1 cup (50g) watercress 1 cup (50g) watercress
1 cup (50g) dill leaves 1 cup (50g) dill leaves
1 cup (50g) chervil leaves 1 cup (50g) chervil leaves
1 cup (50g) sorrel leaves 1 cup (50g) sorrel leaves
1 cup (50g) pickled sea buckthorn berries 1 cup (50g) pickled sea buckthorn berries
1 cup (50g) rye bread croutons 1 cup (50g) rye bread croutons
1/2 cup (50g) shaved Västerbotten cheese 1/2 cup (50g) shaved Västerbotten cheese
1/4 cup (60ml) rapeseed oil 1/4 cup (60ml) rapeseed oil
2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar 2 tablespoons (30ml) apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon (15ml) honey 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
1 teaspoon (5ml) Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon (5ml) Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

Calories: 180 kcal / 753 KJ
Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
Carbohydrates: 15g (Sugars: 5g)
Protein: 4g
Fiber: 3g
Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1.
In a large bowl, combine the baby kale, radicchio, watercress, dill leaves, chervil leaves, and sorrel leaves.
2.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the rapeseed oil, apple cider vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
3.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat the greens.
4.
Top the salad with pickled sea buckthorn berries, rye bread croutons, and shaved Västerbotten cheese.
5.
Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing flavors of the New Nordic Caesar Salad.

Treat your ingredients with care...

Rye bread croutons — For extra flavor, toss the rye bread cubes in a little rapeseed oil and toast them in the oven until crispy before adding them to the salad.

Tips & Tricks

To add a smoky flavor, grill the radicchio and watercress briefly before adding them to the salad.
Experiment with different Nordic herbs like wood sorrel or wild garlic for additional Nordic flavors.
For a heartier version, add smoked salmon or pickled herring to the salad.
Substitute the rapeseed oil with cold-pressed canola oil if rapeseed oil is not available.
If you prefer a creamier dressing, mix in a dollop of Icelandic skyr or Greek yogurt.

Serving advice

Serve the New Nordic Caesar Salad as a light lunch or as a side dish alongside grilled fish or roasted root vegetables. Garnish with additional fresh herbs and a drizzle of rapeseed oil for an extra touch of Nordic elegance.

Presentation advice

Arrange the vibrant greens and colorful sea buckthorn berries on a large platter or individual plates. Sprinkle the rye bread croutons and shaved Västerbotten cheese on top for added texture. The contrasting colors and textures will make this salad visually appealing.