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Crispy Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpeas

Delicious Crispy Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpeas Made Easy

A delightful Crispy Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpeas that combines crunchy roasted chickpeas with fresh kale in a creamy dressing.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 bunch Curly kale torn into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
For Roasting the Chickpeas
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika adjust for heat
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Black pepper freshly cracked
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Plain Greek yogurt use dairy-free for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise use vegan mayo for vegan option
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice adds brightness
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon Capers minced
  • 1 clove Garlic grated or minced
  • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese optional, or use nutritional yeast for vegan
  • 1 tablespoon Maple syrup or honey
  • 1 pinch Salt to taste
Optional Toppings
  • ¼ cup Extra grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
  • 1 cup Croutons homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • mixing bowl
  • salad bowl
  • whisk
  • tongs

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Crispy Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpeas
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Wash and dry the curly kale, remove the tough stems, and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
  2. In a medium bowl, toss the drained chickpeas with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Spread them evenly across the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Roast the chickpeas in the oven for 22-28 minutes, shaking the baking sheet halfway through for even browning.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, minced capers, garlic, grated Parmesan, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt and black pepper until smooth.
  5. In a large salad bowl, drizzle the kale with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt, then massage the kale for 1-2 minutes.
  6. Add about two-thirds of the dressing to the kale and toss gently to coat.
  7. Fold in half of the cooled roasted chickpeas and reserve the remaining for garnish.
  8. Garnish the salad with remaining chickpeas, extra grated Parmesan or nutritional yeast, chopped parsley, and lemon zest before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, serve immediately after assembling to maintain freshness and crunch.

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