Roasted Asparagus Caesar Salad (Printable)

Charred asparagus paired with crisp romaine, creamy yogurt Caesar dressing, and crunchy homemade croutons.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
02 - 2 large romaine hearts, chopped
03 - 1 small garlic clove, minced

→ Croutons

04 - 2 cups day-old baguette or bread, cut into 1-inch cubes
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Caesar Yogurt Dressing

08 - 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
10 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
12 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
13 - 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
14 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
15 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
16 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
17 - 1 egg yolk, optional

→ Garnish

18 - 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
19 - Freshly cracked black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - Toss bread cubes with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Spread on one baking sheet.
03 - Arrange asparagus on the second baking sheet. Drizzle lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
04 - Roast asparagus for 10 to 12 minutes until tender and lightly charred. Roast croutons for 12 to 15 minutes, tossing halfway, until golden and crisp.
05 - In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, Parmesan, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and egg yolk if using until smooth. Adjust seasoning to taste.
06 - In a large salad bowl, toss chopped romaine with half the dressing.
07 - Arrange roasted asparagus over the dressed romaine. Top with croutons and shaved Parmesan. Drizzle with remaining dressing and finish with cracked black pepper.
08 - Serve immediately.

# Helpful Hints:

01 -
  • Healthy Twist: Uses Greek yogurt for a creamy dressing with less fat and more protein than traditional versions.
  • Texture Contrast: Features a delightful mix of tender-charred asparagus, crisp lettuce, and crunchy homemade croutons.
  • Quick and Easy: A gourmet-style salad that comes together in just 35 minutes using simple pantry staples.
02 -
  • Safety First: If you are concerned about raw eggs, simply omit the egg yolk from the dressing; the Greek yogurt provides plenty of creaminess on its own.
  • Worcestershire Note: Traditional Worcestershire sauce contains anchovies; look for a vegetarian-certified brand if you wish to keep the dish strictly meat-free.
  • Make Ahead: You can prepare the dressing and roast the croutons a day in advance, but roast the asparagus and assemble just before serving to prevent wilting.
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