Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
A refreshing Kale Caesar Pasta Salad with crispy chickpeas, vibrant kale, and creamy Caesar dressing, perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1 cup pasta (like penne or rotini)
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- Parmesan cheese, for serving
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Once done, drain it and let it cool.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) while the pasta cools.
- Roast the chickpeas by tossing them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Massage the chopped kale with the Caesar dressing in a large bowl to soften and infuse with flavor.
- Combine the cooled pasta and roasted chickpeas into the bowl with kale and mix gently.
- Garnish with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, try adding red pepper flakes to the chickpeas before roasting. Adjust the Caesar dressing to taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Find it online: https://thestationrecipes.com/kale-caesar-pasta-salad-recipe/