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Kale Caesar Pasta Salad

Kale Caesar Pasta Salad: Healthy Twist for Your Summer Table

Enjoy a delicious Kale Caesar Pasta Salad, a nutritious and satisfying dish perfect for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 24 minutes
Chilling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 59 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Pasta (gluten-free or chickpea)
For the Salad
  • 4 cups Kale Chopped and stems removed
  • ½ cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with vegan cheese
  • ¼ cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Can substitute with nutritional yeast
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
For the Dressing
  • ½ cup Caesar Dressing Gluten-free if needed
For Seasoning
  • 1 tsp Sea Salt Adjust according to preference
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Optional
  • ½ tsp Chili Powder Substitute with paprika for milder flavor
  • ½ tsp Black Pepper Adjust according to preference
For Roasting
  • 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil For roasting chickpeas

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • large pot
  • Colander
  • salad bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a bowl, combine drained chickpeas with olive oil, sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and chili powder. Toss to coat and spread on the baking sheet. Roast for 24 minutes, flipping halfway.
  3. Boil a large pot of salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes), then drain and cool.
  4. Rinse and chop the kale into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.
  5. Add cooled pasta, roasted chickpeas, shaved Parmesan, and grated Parmesan to the kale. Season with garlic powder, chili powder, and black pepper.
  6. Drizzle Caesar dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  7. Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 12gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best flavor, add dressing just before serving to prevent pasta from soaking it up. It’s great for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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