Zesty Caesar Mix
Elevate your salads, sandwiches, and marinades with this Zesty Caesar Mix, a bold and creamy dressing packed with flavor. Made in just 10 minutes, this versatile recipe features a rich blend of mayonnaise, freshly grated Parmesan, zesty lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a punch of umami from minced anchovies and Worcestershire sauce. Garlic, olive oil, and an optional kick of cracked red pepper flakes round out the robust flavors, creating a tantalizing balance of creamy, tangy, and savory notes. Perfect as a classic Caesar salad dressing or a delicious marinade for chicken and veggies, this homemade Caesar mix is sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Store it in the fridge to allow the flavors to meld, and enjoy a restaurant-quality experience at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 4 pieces Anchovy fillets (minced)
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons Cracked red pepper flakes (optional, for extra zest)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth.
Add the minced anchovy fillets and minced garlic to the mixture, blending well to ensure the flavors are evenly distributed.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously to create a smooth and creamy emulsion.
Season the dressing with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and cracked red pepper flakes (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary.
Transfer the Zesty Caesar Mix to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve the mix as a dressing for crisp Romaine lettuce, or use it as a marinade for chicken or vegetables. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3193 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 277.4 g | 356% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.9 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 466 mg | 155% | |
| Sodium | 8519 mg | 370% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 111.1 g | 222% | |
| Vitamin D | 10.4 mcg | 52% | |
| Calcium | 2724 mg | 210% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 680 mg | 14% | |
*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.
