Description
Learn how to make a delicious Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing that’s creamy, tangy, and full of flavor. This easy recipe is perfect for drizzling over fresh romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
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Main Dressing:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 teaspoons anchovy paste (optional but recommended)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1–2 tablespoons water, to thin if needed
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, anchovy paste, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Add Olive Oil: Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify the dressing.
- Adjust Consistency: Add a tablespoon or two of water if needed to reach your desired consistency.
- Taste and Refrigerate: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Serve: Serve tossed with romaine lettuce, croutons, and extra Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute half of the mayonnaise with plain Greek yogurt.
- Keeps well in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment, Dressing
- Method: No-Cook, Whisking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
