VIRAL Broccoli Caesar Salad
VIRAL Broccoli Caesar Salad
Ingredients
For the Caesar Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
For the Broccoli "Croutons"
- 1 head broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for drizzling, as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
For Assembly and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, extra, grated, for topping
- 1/2 cup croutons, store-bought or homemade, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Prepare the Caesar Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon. Add the 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup water.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
Using an immersion blender, blend all the dressing ingredients until completely smooth and creamy. Set the dressing aside.
⏱️ 2 min
- 4
Prepare the Broccoli "Croutons": Wash and thoroughly dry the head of broccoli. Chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces, aiming for a size similar to traditional croutons.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Place the chopped broccoli in a large bowl. Drizzle generously with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika. Toss the broccoli thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
⏱️ 3 min
- 6
Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there is enough space between pieces for even roasting and crisping.
⏱️ 1 min
- 7
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli pieces are tender-crisp and slightly charred at the edges. Stir halfway through roasting for even browning.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 8
Once roasted, remove the broccoli from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the hot broccoli. Toss the broccoli until the Parmesan cheese has melted and coated the crispy pieces, creating a cheesy, savory crust.
⏱️ 2 min
- 9
Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the crispy broccoli "croutons" and the prepared Caesar dressing. Toss all ingredients together until the broccoli is well coated with the dressing.
⏱️ 2 min
- 10
Serve the salad immediately. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese and, if desired, additional store-bought or homemade croutons.
⏱️ 1 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
VIRAL Broccoli Caesar Salad
For the Caesar Dressing
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
For the Broccoli "Croutons"
- 1 head broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, for drizzling, as needed
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika, to taste
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
For Assembly and Garnish
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, extra, grated, for topping
- 1/2 cup croutons, store-bought or homemade, optional
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Prepare the Caesar Dressing: In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and the juice of 1 lemon. Add the 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 cup water.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Using an immersion blender, blend all the dressing ingredients until completely smooth and creamy. Set the dressing aside.
⏱️ 2 min - 4
Prepare the Broccoli "Croutons": Wash and thoroughly dry the head of broccoli. Chop the broccoli into small, bite-sized pieces, aiming for a size similar to traditional croutons.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Place the chopped broccoli in a large bowl. Drizzle generously with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika. Toss the broccoli thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure there is enough space between pieces for even roasting and crisping.
⏱️ 1 min - 7
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli pieces are tender-crisp and slightly charred at the edges. Stir halfway through roasting for even browning.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 8
Once roasted, remove the broccoli from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese over the hot broccoli. Toss the broccoli until the Parmesan cheese has melted and coated the crispy pieces, creating a cheesy, savory crust.
⏱️ 2 min - 9
Assemble the Salad: In a large serving bowl, combine the crispy broccoli "croutons" and the prepared Caesar dressing. Toss all ingredients together until the broccoli is well coated with the dressing.
⏱️ 2 min - 10
Serve the salad immediately. Garnish with extra grated Parmesan cheese and, if desired, additional store-bought or homemade croutons.
⏱️ 1 min