Description
Kale Caesar Pasta Salad is a refreshing and hearty twist on the classic Caesar salad, combining crunchy kale, tender pasta, and a zesty dressing. This vibrant dish not only looks stunning but also offers a burst of flavors that will delight your palate. Perfect for potlucks, picnics, or as a satisfying weeknight dinner, this salad is a crowd-pleaser that makes healthy eating enjoyable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped kale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (fusilli or penne)
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup homemade croutons
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Begin by washing the kale thoroughly under cold water. Tear it into bite-sized pieces and set it aside.
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse with cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together the Caesar dressing ingredients until smooth (or enhance store-bought dressing with extra lemon juice and garlic).
- In a large mixing bowl, combine kale, cooked pasta, cherry tomatoes, croutons, and grated Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with dressing and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately on a platter or in individual bowls, garnished with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg