Mediterranean Diet Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad
Elevate your salad game with this Mediterranean Diet Sweetgreen Kale Caesar Salad, a wholesome twist on a classic favorite. Packed with nutrient-rich curly kale, roasted chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, and crunchy pumpkin seeds, this salad is as delicious as it is satisfying. The creamy, dairy-free tahini Caesar dressing, infused with zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and fresh garlic, adds a burst of flavor while staying heart-healthy and plant-based. Massaging the kale ensures tender, flavorful greens, making every bite a delight. Perfect as a refreshing side or a light entree, this Mediterranean-inspired kale salad is ready in just 25 minutes and loaded with vibrant textures and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups Curly kale
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Tahini
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Chickpeas, roasted
- 0.5 cup Sun-dried tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 0.25 cup Pumpkin seeds
Instructions
Wash the kale thoroughly under cold water. Remove the thick stems and chop the leaves into bite-sized pieces.
Place the kale in a large mixing bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice. Massage the kale with your hands for 2-3 minutes until the leaves become tender and slightly darker in color.
To prepare the dressing, whisk together 2 tablespoons of tahini, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, and 2 tablespoons of water in a small bowl until smooth.
Grate the garlic clove using a fine grater and add it to the dressing. Season with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Pour the dressing over the kale and toss well to ensure even coating.
Top the salad with roasted chickpeas, sun-dried tomatoes, capers, and pumpkin seeds for added crunch and flavor.
For best results, allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld together.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1278 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.1 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.3 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 7.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2558 mg | 111% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.6 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.3 g | 137% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.2 g | ||
| Protein | 54.5 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 3519 mg | 271% | |
| Iron | 10733.6 mg | 59631% | |
| Potassium | 3492 mg | 74% | |
*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.
