Vegetarian Classic Caesar Salad Dressing
Elevate your salads with this rich and creamy Vegetarian Classic Caesar Salad Dressing, a flavorful twist on the traditional recipe that's perfect for meat-free diets. Made with a luscious blend of mayonnaise, finely grated Parmesan, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a hint of tangy Worcestershire sauce, this dressing achieves the signature Caesar taste without any anchovies. Minced garlic adds a zesty kick, while freshly ground black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil ensure a smooth, velvety texture. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s the ideal make-ahead dressing, allowing the bold flavors to meld seamlessly. Whether tossed over crisp romaine or drizzled on roasted vegetables, this vegetarian Caesar dressing is a versatile staple you'll keep coming back to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.5 cup Olive oil
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
Add the minced garlic to the bowl and stir until evenly incorporated.
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Gradually add the olive oil in a slow, steady stream while whisking continuously to ensure the dressing emulsifies and becomes creamy.
Taste and adjust seasoning or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3786 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 354.3 g | 454% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.9 g | 380% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 426 mg | 142% | |
| Sodium | 5766 mg | 251% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 91.1 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2644 mg | 203% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 351 mg | 7% | |
*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.
