Roasted Asparagus Caesar Salad with Parmesan Dressing

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-23 · Updated 2026-06-23

A vibrant salad featuring oven-roasted asparagus tossed in a creamy Parmesan Caesar dressing, topped with crunchy croutons and fresh herbs. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free option), ready in about 27 minutes, pairs asparagus, olive oil, garlic cloves into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces asparagus
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2, minced garlic cloves
• 4 cups, chopped romaine lettuce
• 1/2 cup, finely grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp, freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp anchovy paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup croutons
• to taste salt
• to taste black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 1 lb trimmed asparagus pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 minced garlic clove, season with salt and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 12 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/2 tsp anchovy paste, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1/2 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
3. Step 3: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce, the roasted asparagus, and 1 cup croutons. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper before serving.