Traditional Caesar Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and packed with bold, savory flavors, this Traditional Caesar Dressing is the ultimate homemade take on the classic salad essential. Anchovy fillets and garlic are expertly mashed into a rich paste, forming the deeply umami base of this restaurant-worthy dressing. Whisked together with Dijon mustard, fresh egg yolks, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, it's then emulsified with a perfect balance of extra-virgin olive oil and neutral oil for a luxuriously smooth texture. The addition of Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, and a pinch of salt and pepper creates a harmonious blend of salty, tangy, and slightly nutty flavors. With just 10 minutes to prepare and no cooking required, this easy Caesar dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp romaine or using as a marinade or dip. Fresh, flavorful, and preservative-free, it’s a game-changer in your kitchen.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Anchovy fillets
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 Egg yolks
- 3 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/3 cup Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 cup Neutral oil (like canola or vegetable)
- 1/4 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
On a cutting board, finely mince the anchovy fillets and garlic cloves. Use the flat side of a knife to mash them together into a paste.
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the anchovy-garlic paste, Dijon mustard, and egg yolks until well combined.
Add the lemon juice to the bowl and whisk until the mixture is smooth and slightly thickened.
While continuously whisking, slowly drizzle in the olive oil and neutral oil. Start with just a few drops at a time to ensure emulsification, then gradually add more in a steady stream until the dressing is creamy and cohesive.
Whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper. Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed.
Use immediately or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Stir before using if it separates.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.1 g | 246% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 5743 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.9 g | ||
| Protein | 52.6 g | 105% | |
| Vitamin D | 9.5 mcg | 48% | |
| Calcium | 966 mg | 74% | |
| Iron | 8.3 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 624 mg | 13% | |
*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.
