Classic Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe (Print Version)
Make your own delicious Caesar salad dressing at home! This recipe is easy, creamy, and full of flavor – perfect for a cozy night in.
# Recipe Info:
Prep Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free (check Worcestershire)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
01 -
Anchovy Paste (2 tablespoons)
02 -
Garlic (2 large cloves, minced)
03 -
Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
04 -
Olive Oil (½ cup)
05 -
Parmesan Cheese (½ cup, freshly grated)
→ Seasonings & Spices
06 -
Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon)
07 -
Worcestershire Sauce (1 teaspoon)
08 -
Salt (to taste)
09 -
Black Pepper (to taste)
→ Optional Extras
10 -
Fresh Herbs (parsley, chives)
11 -
Sugar (a pinch, optional)
→ Other
12 -
Egg Yolk (1 large)
# Instructions:
01 -
In a medium bowl, whisk together the anchovy paste and minced garlic until well combined. This takes about a minute, and the smell at this point is amazing!
02 -
Add the lemon juice and Dijon mustard, whisking until smooth and well combined. Make sure the lemon juice is fully incorporated, otherwise you'll get pockets of sourness!
03 -
With the whisk constantly moving, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. This is key for a nice emulsion. It takes a little patience, but trust me, it's worth it!
04 -
Add the egg yolk and whisk until everything is fully emulsified and thick. If it's too thick, add a tiny bit of water to thin it out.
05 -
Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until well combined. Taste and adjust salt and pepper.
06 -
Add the Worcestershire sauce and taste again, adding more salt and pepper as needed. You're ready to go! It should be creamy, tangy, and delicious!
# Notes:
01 -
Don't use low-quality ingredients. Trust me, it makes a difference!
02 -
This dressing keeps beautifully in the refrigerator for up to a week in an airtight container.
03 -
I've tried using capers instead of anchovies in a pinch – it changes the flavor profile, but still works.
04 -
A glass of crisp white wine is my favorite pairing!
# Equipment Needed:
01 -
Medium bowl
02 -
whisk
# Nutrition (Per Serving):
Calories: 200 calories
Total Fat: 18g
Total Carbohydrate: 2g
Protein: 2g