Recipe Credit: Ashley Melillo of Blissful Basil
Serves 2
CASHEW RANCH DRESSING
1/2 cup raw cashews (or shelled hemp seeds for nut-free)
1/2 cup filtered water
2 scallions, trimmed and cut in half
1–2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
SALAD BASE
7 ounces romaine hearts, shredded or chopped
1–2 stalks celery, trimmed and thinly sliced
1–2 medium carrots, peeled and julienned
1 cup shredded red cabbage
1 (10-ounce) package The Jackfruit Company’s BBQ Jackfruit, warmed according to package instructions
FOR THE CASHEW RANCH DRESSING
Add all ingredients to a high-speed blender, and blend on high until super smooth and creamy. Refrigerate until ready to use.
TO ASSEMBLE
Divide the romaine between two roomy salad bowls. Top with the celery, carrots, cabbage, and jackfruit.
Drizzle with the cashew ranch and serve immediately.