Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this homemade Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing, a rich and tangy blend that’s bursting with bold flavors! Made with creamy mayonnaise, zesty lemon juice, and a savory punch from Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of umami and freshness. Grated Parmesan cheese and a touch of olive oil add depth, while freshly minced garlic brings a kick of flavor. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile dressing can be tailored to your preferred consistency and is ideal for topping crisp romaine lettuce, tossing with crunchy croutons, or adding a gourmet touch to any dish. Perfect for meal prep, this easy Caesar dressing stores beautifully, allowing the flavors to intensify over time. Whip it up today for an unforgettable salad experience your guests will rave about!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons Anchovy paste
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Peel and mince the garlic cloves until very fine or use a microplane to grate them.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and anchovy paste. Whisk well until smooth.
Add the mayonnaise to the mixture and whisk until fully combined and creamy.
Gradually stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to incorporate the flavors.
Thin out the dressing to your desired consistency by adding water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve over crisp Romaine lettuce with croutons and extra Parmesan cheese for a classic Caesar Salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2250 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.3 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.5 g | 172% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 322 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 4059 mg | 176% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.5 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.3 g | 69% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 925 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 155 mg | 3% | |
*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.
