Description
A fresh and hearty vegan chickpea Caesar salad that combines classic flavors with added protein and texture from chickpeas.
Ingredients
- Romaine lettuce: One large head, chopped
- Chickpeas: One can (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- Olive oil: Two tablespoons
- Nutritional yeast: A quarter cup
- Vegan mayonnaise: One-third cup
- Garlic powder: One teaspoon
- Lemon juice: Two tablespoons
- Dijon mustard: One tablespoon
- Capers: Two tablespoons, rinsed and chopped
- Black pepper: To taste
- Salt: Optional, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then toss them with olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
- Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- In a small bowl, combine vegan mayonnaise, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and capers to make the dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, add chopped romaine lettuce and pour the dressing over it, tossing gently to coat.
- Add the roasted chickpeas on top and toss lightly to combine.
- Serve fresh on individual plates or bowls.
Notes
- Be careful not to over-roast the chickpeas to avoid a burnt taste.
- Use fresh, crisp romaine lettuce for the best texture.
- Adjust the dressing quantity to prevent sogginess.
- Consider adding toppings like avocado or cherry tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting and Mixing
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Vegan, Chickpea, Caesar Salad, Healthy, Plant-based