Caesar Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
8 servings
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Calories
220 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Caesar Dressing
Description
Caesar Dressing is a creamy salad dressing that combines common pantry ingredients like mayonnaise and Parmesan cheese with flavorful accents such as minced garlic, lemon juice, and anchovy paste. The anchovy paste and Worcestershire sauce contribute an umami-rich base, balanced by the acidity of fresh lemon juice. Whisking these components together creates a thick, cohesive sauce ideal for coating lettuce or other salad ingredients.
The dressing's flavor can be fine-tuned by adjusting the salt, pepper, or lemon juice to suit personal preference. Using freshly grated Parmesan and fresh lemon juice enhances the brightness and richness of the dressing. It can be stored for about a week in the refrigerator, making it convenient for multiple uses.
This dressing is versatile enough to be used not only on salads but also as a dip or spread. For those seeking a vegetarian option, omitting anchovy paste still leaves a flavorful dressing.
Ingredients
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 Tablespoon lemon juice from one lemon, freshly squeezed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard I like the brand Maille
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and anchovy paste.
- Add the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, salt and pepper and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust to your liking.
- The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan and freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor balance.
- The dressing can be whisked by hand or blended with an immersion blender for a smoother texture.
- To make this dressing vegetarian, omit the anchovy paste.
- Store the dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 220 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 220kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 23g | 35% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 393mg | 16% |
| Potassium | 17mg | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 67IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 79mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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