Roasted Broccoli Caesar Salad
Nov 16, 2025 10:42 AM
This Roasted Broccoli Caesar Salad is a fresh twist on the classic! Crispy roasted broccoli and chickpeas are tossed with a creamy tahini Caesar dressing, crunchy garlic breadcrumbs, and a dusting of Parmesan cheese. It’s hearty, flavorful, and perfect as a side or light main dish.
I love a good classic Caesar salad, but sometimes it’s fun to mix things up, and this Broccoli Caesar Salad takes everything you love about Caesar salad and gives it a fresh, flavorful upgrade.
Instead of romaine, we’re using roasted broccoli, which gets deliciously caramelized in the oven. Add in crispy chickpeas for crunch and protein, a velvety tahini Caesar dressing, and golden toasted breadcrumbs in place of croutons, and you’ve got something truly special.
This salad has all the bold, savory Caesar flavor you crave, but it feels a little heartier and more special. I make it for lunch, serve it alongside pasta or soup for dinner, or even bring it to potlucks, it always disappears fast!
It’s satisfying, nutrient-packed, and the combination of textures is just so good. If you’re ready to switch up your salad routine, this one’s a winner!
Ingredients:
For the broccoli and chickpeas
- 1 lb broccoli, cut into florets (about 4 cups)
- 15 oz can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
For the toasted breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup panko
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Kosher salt, to taste
For the tahini Caesar dressing
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 3 tablespoons plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste, or finely chopped anchovies
- 1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons water, plus more if need to thin out
- Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Salad toppings
- 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
30 minutes
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