Best 7 Simple Grilled Caesar Broccoli Recipes

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Broccoli is a versatile vegetable that can be enjoyed in various ways, whether it's steamed, roasted, or grilled. But if you're looking for a simple and flavorful dish that showcases the natural goodness of broccoli, grilled caesar broccoli is a must-try. This recipe combines the smoky flavor of grilled broccoli with the creamy richness of a classic Caesar dressing, resulting in a delectable side dish or a standalone vegetarian meal. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can create a culinary delight that will impress even the most discerning palate.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SIMPLE GRILLED CAESAR BROCCOLI



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Flame-kissed broccoli with glazed-on Parmesan and Caesar dressing from John Spargo down south in Alabama. All my kids, even the one-year-old, loves this grilled recipe.

Provided by DadofFive

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Broccoli

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 3

5 large heads broccoli, or more to taste
2 (8 ounce) bottles Caesar dressing
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for low heat, 275 to 325 degrees F (135 to 163 degrees C) and lightly oil the grate.
  • Cut broccoli into the smallest size pieces that will not fall through the grill grates. Place broccoli in a bowl and pour dressing and Parmesan cheese on top. Toss by hand until broccoli is thoroughly coated.
  • Cook on the preheated grill, quickly tending to any flare-ups to avoid charred broccoli, until lightly browned, 8 to 10 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.6 calories, Carbohydrate 12.8 g, Cholesterol 18.5 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 549.7 mg, Sugar 2.9 g

GRILLED CABBAGE CAESAR



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Fire up the grill for a summery twist on the classic Caesar salad! The hearty cabbage holds up to the creamy Caesar dressing, while the charred bread croutons add some crunch. Serve topped with an extra sprinkle of shaved Parmesan and a generous grind of black pepper for a simple side salad or main dish.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 cloves garlic
1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan (from about 2 ounces), plus more shaved Parmesan for serving
1/4 cup plus 3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for the grill grates
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons anchovy paste, optional
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 medium head red cabbage (about 1 3/4 pounds)
4 ounces crusty sourdough bread, cut into 1-inch-thick slices

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill for medium-high heat.
  • Combine the garlic, Parmesan, 1/4 cup of the olive oil, lemon juice, mayonnaise, Dijon, anchovy paste if using, white wine vinegar, Worcestershire, 1/4 teaspoon salt and several grinds of pepper in a blender. Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the blender carafe with a rubber spatula as necessary. Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper. Transfer the Caesar dressing to a small bowl, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve, up to 1 day.
  • Cut the cabbage through the core into 8 long wedges (each wedge should be 1 1/2 to 2 inches thick). Make sure to keep the core intact, as this will hold the wedges together as they cook. Brush the cabbage wedges and sliced bread with the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and season with a pinch each of salt and pepper.
  • Lightly oil the hot grill grates. Place the cabbage on the grill and cook, covered, until the first side is nicely charred, about 5 minutes. Flip the cabbage, then continue to cook, covered, until crisp-tender and nicely charred all over, about 5 minutes more. Transfer to a serving platter. Place the bread on the grill and cook uncovered until toasted and golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes per side.
  • Tear or cut the bread into 1-inch cubes, then sprinkle over the grilled cabbage. Drizzle with most of the Caesar dressing, then top with some shaved Parmesan and more pepper. Serve the remaining dressing on the side.

GRILLED CAESAR SALAD



Grilled Caesar Salad image

Provided by Marcela Valladolid

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 lemons, halved, plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for grilling
1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 hearts romaine lettuce, cut in half lengthwise
Three 3/4-inch slices rustic bread, such as levain or baguette
1 tablespoon sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
  • In a bowl, add the mayonnaise, Worcestershire, lemon juice, mustard, vinegar and garlic and whisk until combined. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Add the Parmesan and continue to whisk. Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Drizzle olive oil on the romaine hearts and season with salt and pepper. Place the romaine cut-side down on the grill and cook until nicely marked, 2 to 3 minutes. Brush the bread slices with olive oil and place on the grill. Cook until grill marks appear on both sides and the bread is crispy, about 5 minutes.
  • Spread the sugar out on a small plate. Dip the cut sides of the lemons into the sugar. Place the lemon halves on the grill and cook until slightly charred and grill marked, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Cut the bread into bite-sized pieces. Place the romaine hearts, croutons and lemons on a wooden board and serve with the Caesar dressing.

EASY GRILLED BROCCOLI



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A simple recipe for grilled broccoli with a hint of spice if you choose. This is the prefect side dish you can throw on the grill after you pull the meat up to rest.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound Broccoli, raw
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place broccoli florets in a large bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the broccoli and toss to coat. Add salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper and toss to coat again.
  • Place broccoli in a grill basket and grill, turning occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83.8 calories, Carbohydrate 7.6 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 328.3 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

GRILLED CAESAR SALAD



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This recipe, from Alan Ashkinaze of the now-closed Millesime in Manhattan, came to The Times in 2012. In his version of the classic Caesar salad, a light grilling enhances the flavor of the romaine lettuce, which is then brushed with a dressing brightened by lime juice. The whole thing is finished with Parmesan, toasted on the grill. It comes together quickly, and it's a perfect pairing for a rib-eye, served along with a deep red.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 clove garlic, peeledand minced
4 anchovy fillets, rinsed and minced
3 egg yolks
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon lime zest
1 lime, juiced, approximately 2 tablespoons
1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, tops and bottoms trimmed neatly, the heads cut lengthwise into quarters
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Make the Caesar dressing. Put the minced garlic into a medium bowl, and add the minced anchovies. Using a whisk, mix and mash these ingredients together until they form a paste. Add the egg yolks and the mustard, and begin to whisk them with the paste. Add a small stream of olive oil while continuing to whisk. Add more olive oil, whisking all the while, until the dressing begins to emulsify. Add the Worcestershire sauce, and continue to whisk until the dressing achieves a mayonnaiselike consistency. Add the red-wine vinegar, whisk to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Make the vinaigrette. Combine the lime zest, lime juice, balsamic vinegar and oil in another small bowl, and whisk to combine. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  • Make the salad. Drizzle the olive oil over the quartered heads of lettuce. Lightly grill these over a low fire for 15 to 20 seconds on each side, until they have a light goldenness, and remove to a platter. Using a pastry brush or a small spoon, paint the Caesar dressing over the lettuce, making sure to get dressing between the leaves. Return lettuces to edges of grill, sprinkle with Parmesan and cover for 30 seconds to allow the cheese to soften and toast. Remove lettuce to a platter, and drizzle with lime vinaigrette. Serve two pieces each, alongside a steak.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 829, UnsaturatedFat 66 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 82 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 12 grams, SaturatedFat 14 grams, Sodium 1050 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams

GRILLED SIMPLE CAESAR SALAD



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While the anchovies add a deeper flavor to the salad, feel free to omit them if you don't like fish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 heads romaine lettuce, trimmed and halved lengthwise
Extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
Shaved Parmesan cheese
2 anchovy fillets (optional)

Steps:

  • Heat a cast-iron grill pan. Brush cut sides of the romaine with olive oil. Generously sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until charred and blackened in a few places, about 2 minutes.
  • Place the lettuce pieces on a platter. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, and shaved Parmesan. Garnish with anchovies, if desired.

GRILLED BROCCOLI



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I started using this grilled broccoli recipe in 1987 when I began cooking light. It's been a favorite side dish ever since. With its lemon and Parmesan flavors, it once took second place in a cooking contest. -Alice Nulle, Woodstock, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 cups fresh broccoli spears
2 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: Grilled lemon slices and red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Place broccoli in a large bowl. Combine lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat. Let stand for 30 minutes. , Toss broccoli; drain broccoli, discarding marinade. Place cheese in a small shallow bowl. Add broccoli, a few pieces at a time, toss to coat., Prepare grill for indirect heat using a drip pan. Place broccoli over drip pan on an oiled grill rack. Grill, covered, over indirect medium heat for 8-10 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender. If desired, garnish with grilled lemon slices and red pepper flakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender broccoli florets for the best results.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can roast the broccoli in a 400°F oven for 10-12 minutes.
  • To make the Caesar dressing, you can use either mayonnaise or Greek yogurt. If you're using Greek yogurt, you may need to add a little extra olive oil to thin it out.
  • If you don't have any Parmesan cheese on hand, you can use crumbled feta cheese or shredded mozzarella cheese instead.
  • Serve the grilled Caesar broccoli immediately, while it's still warm and crispy.

Conclusion:

Grilled Caesar broccoli is a delicious and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new way to cook broccoli, give this recipe a try!

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