Brocc Mountain Super Caesar Salad (Print Version)
Tender broccoli tossed with creamy dressing, zesty parmesan, and garlicky bran topping for a savory twist.
# Ingredients:
→ Broccoli
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2 bunches broccoli, approximately 1 pound each, or 2 pounds broccoli florets
→ Dressing
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1/3 cup mayonnaise
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3 tablespoons Greek yogurt
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1/2 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon
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1/2 teaspoon garlic, minced
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1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
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3/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
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1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste
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1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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1/4 cup unflavored collagen or protein powder
→ Topping
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1/2 cup bran flakes, crushed
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1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic, minced
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1 ounce Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, freshly grated
# Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, Parmigiano-Reggiano, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, extra-virgin olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, anchovy paste, salt, black pepper, cayenne, and collagen or protein powder. Whisk until smooth and homogenous. Cover and refrigerate until ready to assemble.
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Wash broccoli thoroughly and pat dry. Remove the florets from the stems, cutting into small bite-sized pieces for ease of eating.
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Place broccoli florets in a large bowl. Pour the prepared dressing over the broccoli and toss until evenly coated. Set aside to allow flavors to meld or refrigerate if making ahead.
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Heat 1 teaspoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium-low. When the oil is shimmering, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring regularly. Add crushed bran flakes and a generous pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cereal is evenly coated and crisped. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
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Arrange the dressed broccoli in a mound on a serving plate. Top with 1 ounce freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano. Scatter the garlicky bran flake mixture over the salad. Serve immediately.
# Notes:
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Salad improves in flavor after a few hours of marination; suitable for make-ahead preparations.