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Vegan Tahini Caesar with Chickpeas and Crispy Kale

Yields3 ServingsPrep Time10 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time30 mins

There are so many ways to transform a traditional Caesar dressing. This recipe is vegan friendly and takes only a few minutes to prepare. This Vegan Tahini Caesar with Chickpeas and Crispy Kale is creamy, crunchy and loaded with delicious Middle Eastern spices.

Vegan Tahini Caesar

Salad
 1 (15oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
 ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, divided
 2 tsp za'atar*
 1 large bunch kale, stems removed and leaves roughly chopped.
 1 large head romaine lettuce, roughly chopped
 salt and pepper to taste
 sesame seeds, optional garnish
Dressing
 1 cup raw cashews, soaked in hot water for 30 minutes then drained
 2 garlic cloves
 2 tbsp tahini
 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
 2 tsp white miso paste*
 1 tsp Dijon or spicy brown mustard
 ½ tbsp brine from a jar of capers
 ¼ cup lemon juice
 ½ tsp fine sea salt
 ½ tsp pepper
 1 cup water
Salad
1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray with non-stick spray. Place the chickpeas on 1/2 of the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil then season with za'atar, salt and pepper. Use a spatula to mix together. Roast in the oven for 10 Minutes. While chickpeas are roasting, make the dressing.

2

Remove the chickpeas from the oven and use a spatula to toss. In a large mixing bowl, add the kale and toss with 1/3 cup of the Caesar dressing and 2 tbsp olive oil. Place the kale on the empty side of the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet back in the oven for 15 Minutes, tossing the kale halfway. Remove from the oven once kale is crispy.

Dressing
3

Add all of the dressing ingredients to a high powered blender and blend for 1 minute until smooth and creamy. Taste and season with more salt and pepper if needed. Add more water if dressing is too thick.

4

Salad assembly: On a large, rimmed plate place the romaine lettuce on the bottom. Drizzle dressing over the lettuce then season with black pepper and a dusting of nutritional yeast. Add the kale and chickpeas on top then sprinkle sesame seeds over everything. Divide the salad amongst 2 to 4 individual bowls (depending on how hungry you are). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 1 large salad

Servings 0

Amount Per Serving
Calories 808Calories from Fat 420
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 50g77%

Saturated Fat 7g35%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 1010mg43%
Potassium 1632mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 71g24%

Dietary Fiber 23g92%
Sugars 15g
Protein 33g66%
Vitamin A 173%
Vitamin C 133%
Calcium 35%
Iron 56%
Vitamin D 0%
Vitamin E 34%
Vitamin K 743%
Thiamin 588%
Riboflavin 528%
Niacin 252%
Vitamin B6 557%
Folate 142%
Vitamin B12 217%
Phosphorus 91%
Magnesium 67%
Zinc 66%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.