A delicious and crispy vegetarian version of the classic caesar salad
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas rinsed and drained
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 cups romaine lettuce chopped
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup croutons
- For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the seasoned chickpeas in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 20 minutes until crispy.
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- In a large salad bowl, combine chopped romaine lettuce, grated Parmesan cheese, and croutons.
- Add the crispy chickpeas to the salad bowl and drizzle the dressing on top.
- Toss everything together until well coated and serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 18gFiber: 6g