Charred Broccoli Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
Charred Broccoli Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
Ingredients
For the Charred Broccoli
- 2 broccoli, heads
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Homemade Caesar Dressing
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 garlic, cloves, grated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste, or 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, from 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/4 cup olive oil
For Garnish
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded, for garnish
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, or croutons
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 475°F. Line a large baking pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 475
- 2
Prepare the broccoli: Cut the two heads of broccoli into bite-sized florets. Place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil and toss until all florets are evenly coated. Season with a good pinch of salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper, tossing again to distribute.
⏱️ 8 min
- 3
Roast the broccoli: Spread the seasoned broccoli florets in a single layer on the prepared baking pan. This ensures they char rather than steam. Place the pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until well charred and tender-crisp. After about 10 minutes, use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix the broccoli around for even charring.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 475
- 4
While the broccoli roasts, prepare the Caesar dressing: In a separate medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste (or Worcestershire sauce), fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Emulsify the dressing: Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of olive oil into the dressing mixture while continuously whisking. Continue whisking until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Assemble the salad: Once the broccoli is charred, transfer it to a large serving bowl. Add a healthy serving of the homemade Caesar dressing over the warm broccoli. Toss gently to coat all the florets evenly.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Garnish and serve: Shred more fresh Parmesan cheese over the dressed broccoli. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs or croutons. For an elegant presentation, spread a thin layer of extra Caesar dressing on the bottom of individual serving plates, then arrange the charred broccoli salad on top. Drizzle with a bit more dressing and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
⏱️ 2 min
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Charred Broccoli Caesar Salad with Homemade Dressing
Ingredients
For the Charred Broccoli
- 2 broccoli, heads
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
For the Homemade Caesar Dressing
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 garlic, cloves, grated
- 1 1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste, or 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, from 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 1/4 cup olive oil
For Garnish
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded, for garnish
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, or croutons
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 475°F. Line a large baking pan with aluminum foil for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 475 - 2
Prepare the broccoli: Cut the two heads of broccoli into bite-sized florets. Place them in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil and toss until all florets are evenly coated. Season with a good pinch of salt and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper, tossing again to distribute.
⏱️ 8 min - 3
Roast the broccoli: Spread the seasoned broccoli florets in a single layer on the prepared baking pan. This ensures they char rather than steam. Place the pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven and roast for 15 to 20 minutes, or until well charred and tender-crisp. After about 10 minutes, use a wooden spoon or spatula to mix the broccoli around for even charring.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 475 - 4
While the broccoli roasts, prepare the Caesar dressing: In a separate medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste (or Worcestershire sauce), fresh lemon juice, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Whisk these ingredients thoroughly until well combined and smooth.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Emulsify the dressing: Slowly drizzle in 1/4 cup of olive oil into the dressing mixture while continuously whisking. Continue whisking until the dressing is emulsified and creamy.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Assemble the salad: Once the broccoli is charred, transfer it to a large serving bowl. Add a healthy serving of the homemade Caesar dressing over the warm broccoli. Toss gently to coat all the florets evenly.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Garnish and serve: Shred more fresh Parmesan cheese over the dressed broccoli. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs or croutons. For an elegant presentation, spread a thin layer of extra Caesar dressing on the bottom of individual serving plates, then arrange the charred broccoli salad on top. Drizzle with a bit more dressing and sprinkle with additional Parmesan cheese if desired.
⏱️ 2 min