# What You'll Need:
→ Roasted Chickpeas
01 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1½ tbsp olive oil
03 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
04 - ½ tsp ground cumin
05 - ¼ tsp garlic powder
06 - ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
07 - ½ tsp sea salt
→ Salad
08 - 1 large bunch curly kale (about 8 cups), stems removed and finely chopped
09 - 2 tbsp olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
11 - ¼ tsp sea salt
12 - 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
13 - ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
14 - ¼ cup toasted sunflower seeds
→ Dressing
15 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
16 - 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
17 - 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
18 - 1 tsp maple syrup or honey
19 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Pat the chickpeas dry with a towel. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, cayenne if using, and salt. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast chickpeas for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through, until they are golden and crisp. Allow to cool slightly.
04 - Place chopped kale in a large bowl. Add olive oil, lemon juice, and salt. Massage the kale for 2 to 3 minutes by hand until tender and reduced in volume.
05 - Incorporate grated carrot, thinly sliced red onion, and toasted sunflower seeds into the kale.
06 - Whisk together extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, maple syrup or honey, and freshly ground black pepper in a small bowl.
07 - Drizzle the dressing over the kale mixture and toss thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly.
08 - Add the roasted chickpeas on top just before serving to maintain their crispness.
