Perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish at your next barbecue that's easy to make. This versatile salad keeps well in the fridge, making it great for meal prep.
Prep the pasta: Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water to al dente, according to package instructions. Drain and rinse in cold water and set aside.
For the Croutons
Split the bagel in half and cut into 1-inch cubes.
Add the cubes to a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to coat. Add the garlic powder and grated Parmesan cheese and toss to coat.
Transfer to an air fryer tray, sprinkling any loose Parmesan on top.
Air fry for 6-8, shaking twice, until deep gold brown.
Let cool to room temperature before using or storing. They get crispier as they cool.
For the Salad
Massage the kale in a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients. Add the dressing and mix to evenly combine.
Serve with croutons.
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Notes
Mix it up! Try a different dressing like ranch or avocado cilantro.Bagels: Try different flavored bagels and seasoning mixes to customize the salad topping.Cook the pasta to al dente according to package instructions. This helps eliminate a soggy pasta salad. Make sure to drain the pasta and rinse it with cold water to stop the cooking and cool the pasta.Store leftover salad in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Store the croutons separately at room temperature to keep them crispy.