"This Hot Honey Cauliflower and Crispy Chickpea Kale Caesar Salad is the perfect combination of warm winter flavors and sunny spring vibes - just what we need after the holidays as we jump-start the new year! It’s made with California Pizza Kitchen Caesar Dressing, a creamy blend of Romano and Parmesan cheese that lets you easily create your favorite salads right at home!"
Prep time: 15mins
Cook time: 25mins
Serves or Makes: 2-4 servings
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ingredients
Hot Honey Cauliflower
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 6 tablespoons hot sauce, divided
- 2 cups cauliflower florets
- 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan, plus more for garnishing
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, divded
- 1 teaspoon onion powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, divided
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1-2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
ingredients
Crispy Chickpeas
- 1 (14.5 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- Avocado oil spray
Method
Step 1
Preheat oven to 425°F. Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
Step 2
In a bowl, add egg, 3 tablespoons of hot sauce, and cauliflower. Toss well to coat.
Step 3
In a food processor, combine panko, parmesan cheese, ½ teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder and ½ teaspoon kosher salt, then transfer to a shallow bowl.
Step 4
Dredge cauliflower in panko mixture to ensure each floret is well coated. Place on prepared baking sheet and spray with avocado oil. Bake for 15 minutes, flip each to the opposite side, and bake for another 5-10 minutes until crisp all around.
Step 5
In a small saucepan over low heat, add honey, the remaining 3 tablespoons of hot sauce, cayenne, remaining ½ teaspoon of garlic powder, remaining ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and remaining ½ teaspoon salt. Combine and immediately drizzle over cauliflower. Toss until well coated.
Step 6
In a separate bowl combine ingredients for crispy chickpeas and mix well. Spread them out onto second baking sheet in a single layer and spray with avocado oil. Bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy, shaking the pan every 10 minutes. (Cauliflower and chickpeas can be baked at the same time.)
Step 7
Add the chopped kale to a large bowl and add the CPK Caesar Salad Dressing. Toss to combine. Top salad with Hot Honey Cauliflower and Crispy Chickpeas. Garnish with freshly grated parmesan just before serving.
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