Wholesome Vegetarian Power Salad with Creamy Cilantro Dressing

Description:
Elevate your meal with our Vegetarian Chopped Power Salad, a nutritious blend of chickpeas, quinoa, and fresh vegetables. The star of the show is the vibrant and creamy cilantro dressing that adds a burst of color and flavor. Packed with protein and wholesome ingredients, this cold salad is perfect for both lunch and dinner. Experience the goodness of a satisfying and healthful meal in every bite.

Ingredients:

• ½ cup chopped cilantro
• ¼ cup buttermilk
• ¼ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tablespoons chopped shallot
• 1 tablespoon cider vinegar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
• 6 cups torn lettuce
• 2 cups finely sliced stemmed kale
• 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 medium red or yellow bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ⅓ cup roasted unsalted pepitas

Directions:

1. In a mini food processor, combine cilantro, buttermilk, mayonnaise, shallot, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Process until well blended.
2. In a large bowl, combine lettuce, kale, chickpeas, carrots, bell pepper, and quinoa.
3. Drizzle the creamy cilantro dressing over the salad and toss well to coat.
4. Sprinkle the salad with roasted unsalted pepitas before serving.