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Kale Caesar Pasta Salad

Delightful Kale Caesar Pasta Salad You’ll Crave Again and Again

This Kale Caesar Pasta Salad combines crispy chickpeas, kale, and a creamy dressing, making healthy eating delicious and satisfying.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Kale Can substitute with spinach or arugula.
  • 8 oz Pasta Short pasta like penne or fusilli.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Roasted for crunch and protein.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tbsp Tahini Can substitute with almond or cashew butter.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil For roasting and dressing.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Always use freshly squeezed.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 2 tbsp Nutritional Yeast Vegan option for cheesy flavor.
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Adjust according to preference.
Optional Toppings
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese Use vegan Parmesan if needed.

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • large pot
  • blender or mixing bowl
  • large mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Rinse and dry one can of chickpeas. Toss with olive oil, salt, and spices, then spread on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until crispy.
  2. Boil salted water in a large pot, add pasta, and cook according to package instructions (8-10 minutes). Drain and rinse under cold water.
  3. Blend together olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, salt, and pepper until smooth. Adjust consistency with water as needed.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine cooled pasta with chopped kale. Massage the kale lightly, then add roasted chickpeas and dressing; toss to combine.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to three days, keeping the dressing separate until serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 12gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, prepare dressing in advance. Feel free to customize with different greens or proteins.

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