Kale Caesar Pasta Salad
A delightful twist on the classic Caesar salad, this Kale Caesar Pasta Salad combines crispy kale, creamy dressing, and al dente pasta for a hearty meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (rotini or penne recommended)
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1/4 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente, about 8–10 minutes. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Prepare the kale by removing tough stems and chopping the leaves. Massage with a sprinkle of salt and a squeeze of lemon juice.
- Mix the dressing by combining Caesar dressing, grated Parmesan, and a splash of reserved pasta water in a large bowl.
- Combine the cooked pasta with the kale in the mixing bowl, tossing gently to coat.
- Add croutons and toss lightly to keep them crunchy.
- Serve by plating the salad and garnishing with extra Parmesan and a twist of pepper.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different types of greens or dressings to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: Kale Pasta Salad, Caesar Salad, Healthy Salad, Vegetarian Pasta
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