Kale Salad with Oranges & Roasted Chickpeas
Who says there can’t be super-foods on the holiday table? Kale, chickpeas, and fresh citrus unite in this nutritious Kale Salad with Oranges & Roasted Chickpeas.
Kale Salad with Oranges & Roasted Chickpeas
Servings: 6 Servings
Calories: 254kcal
Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas rinsed, drained, and patted as dry as possible
- 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil divided use
- Sea salt and black pepper to taste
- 8-9 cups chopped kale
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh thyme
- 2 medium oranges peeled and cut into segments
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400ºF.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, toss the chickpeas with 2 teaspoons of the olive oil and a generous pinch of both salt and pepper.
- Spread out on the baking sheet.
- Roast until golden brown and crispy, about 30 minutes.
- Set aside to cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the kale and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, maple syrup, apple cider vinegar, mustard, and thyme.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine thoroughly.
- Taste and season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Gently mix in the orange segments and roasted chickpeas before serving.
Nutrition
Nutrition Facts
Kale Salad with Oranges & Roasted Chickpeas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 254
Calories from Fat 63
% Daily Value*
Fat 7g11%
Sodium 69mg3%
Potassium 784mg22%
Carbohydrates 39g13%
Fiber 7g28%
Sugar 12g13%
Protein 10g20%
Vitamin A 9095IU182%
Vitamin C 135.2mg164%
Calcium 204mg20%
Iron 3.7mg21%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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