Description
A delightful blend of Caesar salad and pasta with earthy kale, creamy dressing, and crunchy croutons.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (fusilli or rotini)
- 2 cups kale, chopped
- 1/2 cup Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup croutons
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and rinse it under cold water to stop the cooking process and cool it down.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled pasta and chopped kale.
- Drizzle in the Caesar dressing and toss everything gently to coat.
- Fold in the grated Parmesan cheese and croutons for added texture.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste—don’t skip this step, as it enhances the overall flavor.
- Serve chilled, adding lemon wedges on the side for a refreshing squeeze.
Notes
Add chickpeas or grilled shrimp for protein. Let the salad sit for about 30 minutes to absorb flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg