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Vegan Caesar Salad (with Shaved Brussels Sprouts)

Easy vegan Caesar salad with shaved Brussels sprouts, creamy vegan Caesar dressing, and toasted chickpeas - perfect weeknight salad!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 156 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Vegan Caesar Dressing
  • 4 tablespoons Tahini
  • 4 garlic cloves
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons capers
  • 1 tablespoon capers brining liquid
  • 1 toasted Nori sheet optional
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the salad:
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1.5 lbs shaved brussels sprouts

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Drain a can of chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly, then dry them as best as you can. Toss chickpeas in a mixing bowl with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon each of salt and pepper, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder. You can also add 1 teaspoon of red chili powder but this is optional for heat. Toss to coat the chickpeas well. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat. Dump the chickpeas on the baking sheet and spread them apart. Then bake for 25-30 minutes until they're nice and crispy!
  2. You can buy shaved Brussels sprouts at the market these days. But if not, wash and remove the stems. Then, throw them into a food processor, use a mandoline slicer or a Chef's knife to thinly shave the Brussels sprouts.
  3. To make the easiest vegan Caesar dressing, add 4 tablespoons of tahini, 4-6 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon of soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, 2 teaspoons of capers along with 1 tablespoon of their brining liquid, as well as a sheet of toasted Nori (optional) into a small blender or food processor then pulse / blend until you get a nice creamy sauce. Then, slowly dilute with warm water to your desired consistency!
  4. Toss a bowl of shaved Brussels sprouts with vegan Caesar dressing and top with the roasted chickpeas for a simple and delicious vegan Caesar salad!

Notes

  • This dressing is super flexible - you can increase tahini to increase umami flavors or replace with an avocado if you want something more fresh; you can leave the Nori out if you can't find it and also replace the tahini with hummus! 
  • The dressing can be stored in airtight container for up to 4 days in the fridge. Make ahead and enjoy. 
  • Depending on your dietary preference, you can also add vegetarian or vegan cheeses to the salad and enjoy! 

Nutrition Information

Calories 156kcal (8%) Carbohydrates 14g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 567mg (24%) Potassium 512mg (15%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 887IU (18%) Vitamin C 99mg (110%) Calcium 68mg (7%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 156

% Daily Value*

Calories 156kcal 8%
Carbohydrates 14g 5%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 567mg 24%
Potassium 512mg 11%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 887IU 18%
Vitamin C 99mg 110%
Calcium 68mg 7%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.