Thick and Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this luxurious Thick and Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing, a rich and flavorful homemade alternative to store-bought options. This easy 10-minute recipe combines the tanginess of freshly squeezed lemon juice, the bold kick of Dijon mustard, and the umami punch of finely chopped anchovies and Worcestershire sauce. Blended with creamy mayonnaise, minced garlic, and finely grated Parmesan cheese, this dressing is perfectly balanced with a silky, emulsified texture. Ideal for topping crisp romaine lettuce or drizzling over grilled veggies, this recipe is a must-have for Caesar salad enthusiasts. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the bold flavors meld, then enjoy a restaurant-quality Caesar experience right at home.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 4 Anchovy fillets (finely chopped)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (finely grated)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Add the finely chopped anchovy fillets and minced garlic to the bowl. Mix well to combine.
Gradually whisk in the olive oil until the dressing takes on a slightly glossy and emulsified consistency.
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix until fully incorporated.
Taste and adjust salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed according to your preferences.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve chilled over crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, and additional freshly grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3310 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 291.4 g | 374% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.1 g | 335% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 418 mg | 139% | |
| Sodium | 8449 mg | 367% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.3 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 110.9 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.4 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 2716 mg | 209% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 438 mg | 9% | |
*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.
