Grilled Broccoli Caesar
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Time to read min
20 minutes
15 minutes
4
Ingredients
Dressing
- 1 tsp Anchovy paste or minced anchovies
- 2 tsp Neapolitan Herb Dark Balsamic
- 2 tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 Garlic clove, peeled and minced
- 1/4 cup Black Peppercorn Infused Olive Oil
- 1 pinch Cracked black pepper
Broccoli
- 1 bunch Broccoli rabe, trimmed
- 1 head Broccoli, portioned into florets (or 3 cups of broccoli florets)
- 2 tbsp Robust Intensity Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Salt
Croutons
- 2 cups Rustic bread, chopped or torn into bite-sized pieces
- 3 tbsp Robust Intensity Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Plate
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated or shaved
- 1 Lemon, sliced
The salad dressing can be made and day or two in advance and refrigerated before ready to assemble the salad. Homemade croutons are a fantastic way to use up any stale bread, crusts, ends or heels.
Directions
Step 1: Preheat
- For a gas grill, preheat to medium-high heat. If using charcoal, prepare the coals for grilling. Alternatively, you can use a stove-top grill pan.
- Preheat your oven to 400°F.
Step 2: Prepare the Caesar Dressing
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, egg yolk, and minced garlic. Whisk until fully blended.
- To stabilize the bowl, place a damp cloth underneath it. Gradually add a thin drizzle of olive oil while whisking vigorously. Continue whisking until the dressing is smooth and thick. Season with pepper to taste, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
Step 3: Prepare the Broccoli
- In a large bowl, combine the broccoli rabe and broccoli florets. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt, tossing to coat evenly.
- Once the grill is hot, add the broccoli and grill for 4-5 minutes, turning frequently, until lightly charred and tender-crisp. Remove from the grill and set aside to cool.
Step 4: Make the Croutons
- In another large bowl, drizzle the bread pieces with olive oil and toss to coat well.
- Spread the bread on a baking sheet and place it in the preheated oven. Toast for 3-4 minutes, or until golden brown and crunchy. Remove from the oven and let cool.
Step 5: Assemble the Salad
- Divide the grilled broccoli among plates and drizzle with the prepared Caesar dressing.
- Top each salad with croutons and a generous sprinkle of Parmesan cheese. Garnish with lemon slices before serving.
