Beautifully charred Tenderstem broccoli and homemade paprika croutons give this classic salad its wonderfully smokey and earthy flavour.
Notes:
Simply use gluten-free bread if you want to make this recipe gluten-free.
If you can’t find Tendestrem broccoli, you can simply use regular broccoli. Just be sure to slice any large florets in half so they cook evenly.
Vegan parmesan is becoming a lot easier to find in large supermarkets. If you can’t find vegan parmesan, you could use an alternative vegan cheese or nutritional yeast.
Charred Broccoli Caesar Salad
Serves:4 peoplePrep Time:Cooking Time:
Nutrition facts:200 calories20 grams fat
Ingredients
200g (7oz) bread
olive oil
salt + pepper
1.5 tsp smoked paprika
200g (7oz) Tenderstem broccoli
2 tbsp vegan mayonnaise
1 lemon, juice only
1 garlic clove, peeled + finely chopped
2 tsp Dijon Mustard
2 romaine lettuce, chopped
2 tbsp capers
40g (1.4oz) vegan parmesan, grated
Method
Preheat the oven to 200°C fan / 425°F.
Slice the bread into 2-3cm (1”) pieces and add to a tray. Drizzle over a splash of olive oil, then add a pinch of salt and pepper and the smoked paprika. Mix, then bake for 12-15 minutes or until the croutons are crispy.
Add a splash of olive oil to a griddle pan on a medium heat. Slice any tough ends off the broccoli stalks, then add them to the pan and cook for 8-10 minutes or until charred, turning occasionally.
Prepare the dressing by combining the mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic and mustard in a small bowl, then leave to one side.
Add the lettuce to a large mixing bowl, followed by the capers and most of the vegan parmesan (save some for topping). Next add the dressing, followed by the croutons and broccoli.
Give everything a good mix and season to taste with more salt and pepper if necessary, then serve with the remaining vegan parmesan on top.
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