Classic Caesar Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this rich and creamy Classic Caesar Salad Dressing, a homemade take on the beloved staple that’s packed with bold, savory flavors. Crafted with simple yet essential ingredients like mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe gets its authentic umami kick from anchovy fillets and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. The dressing is made velvety smooth with extra virgin olive oil, while freshly mashed garlic and a touch of salt and pepper bring out its signature zest. Ready in just 10 minutes, this no-cook dressing is perfect for draping over crisp Romaine lettuce and crunchy croutons. Impress your guests with a restaurant-quality Caesar salad, or use it as a dip for veggies and other appetizers. This versatile dressing is guaranteed to become a refrigerator staple, adding vibrant, tangy richness to your dining table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire Sauce
- 4 pieces Anchovy Fillets
- 1 large Garlic Clove
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese, finely grated
- 0.5 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
Instructions
Place the anchovy fillets and garlic clove into a large bowl or a food processor.
Using a mortar and pestle (or the back of a spoon if using a bowl), mash the anchovies and garlic into a smooth paste.
Add the mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce to the mashed mixture. Stir well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined.
Slowly whisk in the olive oil until the dressing is emulsified, which means the oil has been blended thoroughly and the dressing is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the finely grated Parmesan cheese, and season with salt and ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to your taste preference.
If using a food processor, pulse the ingredients until smooth and creamy, but do not overmix.
Cover the dressing and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
Use as needed to dress a crisp Caesar salad, and store any leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3883 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 360.3 g | 462% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.6 g | 383% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 9104 mg | 396% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.0 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 115.0 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 2881 mg | 222% | |
| Iron | 7.4 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 723 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
