Chickpea Kale Caesar Salad

Chickpea Kale Caesar Salad comes together in under 30 minutes, with protein-packed ingredients! It's dairy-free, egg-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly. This salad checks all the boxes for a quick and easy make-ahead lunch, or even pre-made dinner side salad. It's nourishing and filling, yet light and bright.

Author: The Urben Life

Meal Type: Milk Free

Cuisine: Other

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 25 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 315 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 cup - quinoa
1 can - chickpeas
1 bunch - kale stems
¼ cup - tahini
¼ cup - water
1 tsp - capers with brine
1 - lemon
1 tsp - dijon mustard
1 clove - garlic
1 tbsp - hemp seeds
Salt and pepper

Instructions

Heat a tablespoon of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add drained and rinsed chickpeas to skillet and sauté until softened and slightly crispy.
Meanwhile, prepare the kale by removing the stems and giving it a rough chop. Transfer to a large bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together vegan caesar dressing ingredients then pour on top of chopped kale. Massage until tender.
Stir desired amount of cooked quinoa and crispy chickpeas into the bowl with kale and serve immediately. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for a few days.

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