Description
This Kale & Quinoa Caesar Salad is a modern twist on the classic Caesar — hearty, nutrient-packed, and bursting with texture. Featuring tender kale, fluffy quinoa, crunchy chickpeas, and a creamy Caesar-inspired dressing, it turns any salad skeptic into a believer.
Ingredients
4 cups chopped kale (stems removed)
2 cups cooked quinoa
1 cup roasted chickpeas
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup toasted breadcrumbs or croutons
1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds (optional)
**Caesar Dressing:**
1/4 cup Greek yogurt
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
2. Add chopped kale to a large bowl and drizzle with a bit of olive oil. Massage the kale for 1–2 minutes until softened.
3. Add cooked quinoa, roasted chickpeas, and Parmesan to the bowl.
4. Pour in the dressing and toss everything until evenly coated.
5. Top with toasted breadcrumbs or croutons and sunflower seeds for extra crunch.
6. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
Perfect for meal prep — the kale stays crisp even after dressing.
Add grilled chicken or salmon for extra protein.
For a vegan version, use vegan Parmesan and omit Worcestershire sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 10mg