Yogurt Based Caesar Dressing
Elevate your salads with this creamy and tangy Yogurt-Based Caesar Dressing, a lighter twist on the classic recipe. Made with protein-rich Greek yogurt, savory Parmesan cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dressing delivers all the bold flavors you love without the heaviness of traditional versions. A touch of olive oil and optional anchovy paste provide richness and authentic Caesar flavor, while a clove of garlic adds a delightful kick. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dressing is perfect for tossing with crisp romaine, drizzling over roasted veggies, or serving as a dip. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make—this is the homemade Caesar dressing you'll turn to time and time again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon juice.
Whisk in the olive oil and Worcestershire sauce until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. If using anchovy paste, add it at this step.
Stir the dressing thoroughly until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Use the dressing over crisp romaine lettuce for a classic Caesar salad or as a tangy dip for veggies.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.1 g | 51% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 46 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 2024 mg | 88% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 527 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 456 mg | 10% | |
*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.
