Garlic Dressing (Non-Creamy Caesar)
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Garlic Dressing (Non-Creamy Caesar)
Description
Garlic Dressing (Non-Creamy Caesar) is a flavorful vinaigrette combining minced garlic with red wine vinegar, fresh lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and hot sauce. The dressing is emulsified with extra virgin olive oil to achieve a harmonious texture without cream. This results in a bright, zesty dressing with a punch of garlic and savory undertones.
The preparation involves pulsing the garlic and other acidic ingredients before slowly adding olive oil while blending to create an emulsion. The dressing works well on leafy greens, grilled or roasted vegetables, or as a marinade, enhancing dishes with its robust garlic flavor without heaviness from creamy ingredients.
Because the garlic is finely processed, the dressing incorporates well without large chunks, giving a smooth texture. It’s best used fresh but can be stored briefly in the refrigerator. Using a micrograter or blending ingredients finely helps achieve the ideal consistency.
Ingredients
- 2 garlic minced, cloves
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 teaspoon salt fine sea salt
- 2 hot sauce drops, or Tabasco
- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- In a food processor or blender, pulse the 2 garlic cloves. Add the r2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt and 2 drops hot sauce or Tabasco. Pulse several times.
- Using the pouring opening, slowly pour the 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil in while the mixture is blending to emulsify.
- Use immediately on your favorite salad, as a marinade or over grilled or roasted veggies.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was in the comments or star ratings.
Notes
- Using a micrograter for garlic helps prevent large chunks and improves dressing texture.
- If whisking by hand, whisk vigorously and slowly add olive oil to emulsify the dressing properly.
- Use the dressing immediately for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 124 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 124kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1g | 0% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 35mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.3g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 2IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.