Favorite Caesar Salad Dressing
Rich, creamy, and packed with bold flavor, this Favorite Caesar Salad Dressing is a homemade delight that transforms any salad into a five-star experience. Made from scratch in just 10 minutes, this authentic recipe combines classic ingredients like garlic, anchovy filets, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of Worcestershire sauce for a perfectly balanced, zesty kick. The egg yolk and olive oil are whisked together to ensure a luscious, velvety texture, while freshly grated Parmesan cheese adds a savory depth that ties everything together. Perfect for tossing with crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, and more, this easy Caesar dressing is your go-to for elevating weeknight meals or impressing guests at your next dinner party. Store it in the fridge for up to five days, and drizzle it generously for the ultimate Caesar salad experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 units Garlic cloves
- 3 units Anchovy filets
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 unit Egg yolk
- 1 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Instructions
Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them using a knife, or crush them into a paste using the back of your knife blade.
On a cutting board, add the minced garlic and anchovy filets. Use the side of a knife to mash them together into a smooth paste.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the garlic-anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, egg yolk, and Worcestershire sauce until well combined.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to emulsify the mixture. Whisk until the dressing is thick and creamy.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add more lemon juice for acidity or Parmesan for a creamier texture if desired.
Transfer the Caesar dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. It can be stored for up to 5 days in the refrigerator.
Drizzle the dressing over a Caesar salad and toss well to combine before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 240.6 g | 308% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.9 g | 200% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 21.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 3344 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 5.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.6 g | ||
| Protein | 22.3 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.5 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 224 mg | 5% | |
*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.
