
Kale Caesar Salad with Chickpea Croutons



Calories
232 cals
Fat
8 g
Saturated Fat
2 g
Polyunsaturated Fat
2 g
Monounsaturated Fat
3 g
Carbohydrates
32 g
Sugar
7 g
Fiber
9 g
Protein
11 g
Sodium
461 mg
Kale is very fibrous. By “massaging” the leaves of kale with your fingers, it helps to break up the fibers, making it easier to eat. If you’re not into the veggie massage business, this can also be achieved by either tossing the kale with a few tablespoons of lemon juice, which will help to break down the fibers in the kale, or you can simply toss your kale in the Caesar dressing and let it sit and ‘cook’ for 30 minutes or so before eating for the same effect. If you go this route, add the crispy chickpea ‘croutons’ just before eating so they don’t get soggy.
All our recipes are created by chefs and reviewed by our oncology-trained staff Registered Dietitian, Kate Ueland, MS, RD, to ensure that each is backed with scientific evidence and meets the standards set by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.