Homemade Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe
This Homemade Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing offers a rich, tangy, and savory flavor perfect for enhancing Caesar salads or as a delicious dip. Made with mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, Dijon mustard, and an optional touch of anchovy paste, it delivers a smooth and creamy texture that elevates any dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: About 1 cup dressing 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Lactose
Ingredients
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Caesar Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon anchovy paste (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Blend the Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste if using. Blend until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Season to Taste: Add salt and pepper according to your preference. If the dressing is too thick, adjust the consistency by adding a small amount of water or olive oil and blend again until smooth.
- Chill: Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This resting period allows the flavors to meld together and enhances the dressing’s richness.
- Serve: Toss the dressing with fresh romaine lettuce and croutons for a classic Caesar salad or use it as a flavorful dip for vegetables or breadsticks.
Notes
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best tangy flavor.
- Anchovy paste is optional but adds a traditional umami depth to the dressing.
- Adjust thickness by adding water or olive oil gradually.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- For a lighter version, substitute half the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30 ml)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 280 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: Caesar salad dressing, creamy dressing, homemade salad dressing, Parmesan dressing, garlic dressing, tangy dressing, Caesar dip
