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Simple Romaine Caesar Salad with Crispy Chickpea Croutons

Crispy Chickpea Croutons Elevate Simple Romaine Caesar Salad

A deliciously easy Simple Romaine Caesar Salad with Crispy Chickpea Croutons, perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 head Romaine Lettuce Can use whole heads or just hearts
  • 1 can Canned Chickpeas Turned into crispy croutons
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Vegan Mayonnaise Can substitute with homemade mayo
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Any mustard type can be swapped
  • 2 tablespoons Tahini Sunflower seed butter works well
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh is best, bottling is okay
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can be substituted
  • 1 teaspoon Maple Syrup Agave syrup or honey can be alternatives
  • 1/4 cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast or sunflower seeds can stand in
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential seasonings
For the Chickpea Croutons
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Vital for sautéing the chickpeas
  • 1/2 cup Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs Regular breadcrumbs can be used if desired

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • Blender
  • Salad bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Rinse and thoroughly dry the can of chickpeas. Pat them dry with a clean towel.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried chickpeas with olive oil and gluten-free breadcrumbs. Toss until well coated.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and sauté the chickpeas for 10-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy, or roast at 425°F for 20-25 minutes.
  4. In a blender, combine vegan mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, tahini, lemon juice, garlic powder, maple syrup, and vegan parmesan. Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning with salt and pepper.
  5. Chop the romaine lettuce and place it in a salad bowl. Drizzle half of the dressing and toss to coat. Serve topped with chickpea croutons.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 2700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chickpeas are completely dry before coating them to retain crispiness. Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

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