Vegan Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad

Transform your salad game with this vibrant Vegan Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad, a plant-based twist on the classic favorite! Packed with nutrient-rich kale, crispy roasted chickpeas, and golden toasted breadcrumbs, this recipe delivers a satisfying crunch in every bite. The creamy vegan Caesar dressing, made with fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, and a hint of garlic, perfectly coats the tender massaged kale leaves, infusing them with bold, zesty flavors. Topped with smoky paprika-seasoned chickpeas and a sprinkle of additional nutritional yeast, this salad is not only gluten-free-friendly but also loaded with protein and wholesome goodness. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy and healthful recipe makes for a showstopping side dish or a light, refreshing meal that’s sure to impress—ideal for vegans and non-vegans alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Kale, chopped and de-stemmed
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Nutritional yeast
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 quarter cup Vegan mayonnaise
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon Capers, finely chopped
• 0.5 cup Bread crumbs, gluten-free if necessary
• 1 cup Chickpeas, cooked (or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet, pat them dry, and toss with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and 0.5 teaspoons of black pepper. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes or until crispy, stirring halfway through.

Step 3

While the chickpeas are roasting, prepare the breadcrumbs. Heat a small skillet over medium heat, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil, and toast the breadcrumbs until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, vegan mayonnaise, nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, capers, and a pinch of salt and pepper to create the vegan Caesar dressing. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 5

Prepare the kale by adding it to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle 1 tablespoon of the dressing over the kale and massage it with your hands for 2-3 minutes to soften the leaves and enhance their flavor.

Step 6

Toss the massaged kale with the remaining dressing until evenly coated.

Step 7

Top the salad with roasted chickpeas and toasted breadcrumbs for crunch and garnish with extra nutritional yeast or freshly ground black pepper, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegan Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1014.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1668.1

Total Fat 86.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 26.5g
Cholesterol 54mg	0%
Sodium 4980.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 188.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.1g	0%
Total Sugars 30.0g
Protein 51.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 783.1mg	0%
Iron 16.3mg	0%
Potassium 3084.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.9%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 43.3%