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Vegan Lemon Kale Caesar Salad
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Delicious Vegan Lemon Kale Caesar Salad with Roasted Chickpeas

A vibrant and tasty Vegan Lemon Kale Caesar Salad with roasted chickpeas that is both satisfying and healthy.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 5 servings
Course: Appetizers & Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Salad Base
  • 2 bunches lacinato kale, thinly sliced
  • 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • to taste avocado oil for coating the chickpeas and massaging the kale
  • 3/4 cup toasted sourdough bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup hemp hearts
  • 1 large ripe avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup tahini
  • 1/3 cup thick coconut yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • juice of 1/2 large lemon
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon miso paste
  • 1 teaspoon maple syrup
  • to taste sea salt and pepper
Quinoa Flatbread
  • 1 and 1/4 cup quinoa, rinsed and soaked in water for 6-24 hours
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking sheet
  • food processor

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with avocado oil until evenly coated. Spread them out on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until crispy, removing halfway through to toss for even cooking.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, coconut yogurt, dijon mustard, lemon juice, water, garlic powder, onion powder, and miso paste until smooth. Adjust the consistency with more water if necessary.
  4. Place the thinly sliced kale in a large mixing bowl and lightly massage it with a tiny bit of oil.
  5. Add the roasted chickpeas, toasted bread crumbs, pumpkin seeds, hemp hearts, and diced avocado to the bowl with the kale. Add the dressing and toss everything together until well combined.
  6. Divide the salad among serving plates or bowls. Drizzle with the remaining dressing if desired.
  7. For the quinoa flatbread, blend the quinoa, garlic powder, onion powder, and sea salt in a food processor until a thick and smooth paste forms. Add to a parchment lined baking pan and spread out to about 1/4 inch thick. Bake at 350°F for 22-25 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 12gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 10gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad is best enjoyed fresh, but the components can be stored separately to maintain their textures.

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