Roasted Garlic Caesar Style Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this rich and velvety Roasted Garlic Caesar Style Dressing, a homemade twist on the classic Caesar flavor that’s bursting with depth and boldness. The star of the recipe is sweet, caramelized roasted garlic, blended to perfection with creamy mayonnaise, tangy fresh lemon juice, nutty Parmesan cheese, and just a hint of Worcestershire and Dijon mustard for that signature umami kick. Anchovy filets add authentic Caesar flair, but they’re optional for those who prefer a gentler flavor profile. This versatile dressing is perfect for tossing with crisp romaine, drizzling over grilled vegetables, or dolloping onto hearty proteins like chicken or salmon. Ready in under an hour with minimal effort, this make-ahead dressing will instantly become a favorite in your kitchen! Keywords: roasted garlic, Caesar dressing, creamy dressing recipe, salad dressing, easy dressing recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 whole garlic bulb
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 filets anchovy filets (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice off the top of the garlic bulb, exposing the tops of the cloves. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and wrap it in aluminum foil.
Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the cloves are soft and golden brown. Let the garlic cool slightly.
Once cooled, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mash them with a fork to form a paste.
In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted garlic paste, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy filets (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Blend until smooth and creamy. If the dressing is too thick, add water one tablespoon at a time and blend again until the desired consistency is reached.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Transfer the dressing to a sealed container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve over fresh greens, as a dip for vegetables, or as a topping for grilled chicken or seafood. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2407 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 220.4 g | 283% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.1 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 300 mg | 100% | |
| Sodium | 3712 mg | 161% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 80.4 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 31.8 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 650 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 3.7 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 548 mg | 12% | |
*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.
