Warm Broccoli Caesar

A delicious warm salad perfect for the colder months, featuring roasted broccoli and shaved Brussels, crispy bacon, toasted breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese, all tossed in a creamy Tahini Caesar Dressing.

By @foodiefromvt

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Cook time: 30 minutes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups broccoli
• 2 whole shallots
• 6 slices bacon
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 lb Brussels
• 0.25 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 whole garlic clove
• 1 tsp anchovy paste
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 0.25 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup water
• 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup parmesan cheese

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425F. Add broccoli florets and shallots to one side of the sheet pan and toss in olive oil, salt and pepper. Add bacon to the other side of the pan. Transfer to the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes until broccoli is fork tender and bacon is cooked through.
2. With about 5 minutes remaining on the broccoli, sprinkle the shaved Brussels on top of the broccoli and continue roasting to soften.
3. Meanwhile prepare dressing by whisking tahini, lemon juice, garlic, anchovy paste, salt and pepper. Pour in the olive oil and whisk to combine until smooth. Add up to 1/4 water until smooth and creamy to desired consistency.
4. Remove vegetables from the oven and transfer to a bowl.
5. Toss the salad in the dressing, serve warm topped with breadcrumbs and grated parm.