Classic Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe (Print Version)

Make the best Caesar salad at home with this easy, classic Caesar salad dressing recipe. It's quick and delicious!

# 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 ingredients)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Anchovy Paste (2 tablespoons)
02 - Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
03 - Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons, freshly squeezed)
04 - Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon)
05 - Egg Yolk (1 large)

→ Seasonings & Spices

06 - Salt (to taste)
07 - Black Pepper (to taste)
08 - Worcestershire Sauce (1 teaspoon)

→ Garnish & Toppings

09 - Parmesan Cheese (1/2 cup, freshly grated)

→ Optional Extras

10 - Red Pepper Flakes (a pinch)
11 - Fresh Parsley or Chives (chopped)

# Instructions:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the anchovy paste and minced garlic until well combined.
02 - Whisk in the lemon juice and Dijon mustard until evenly distributed.
03 - Add the egg yolk and whisk gently but continuously until a creamy emulsion forms.
04 - Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously until fully emulsified.
05 - Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until evenly distributed.
06 - Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust seasonings as needed.

# Notes:

01 - Always use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
02 - Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
03 - If you don't have anchovy paste, finely chopped anchovy fillets can be used as a substitute, but the flavor will be more intense.
04 - Serve over a classic Caesar salad or use as a marinade for chicken or fish.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Medium bowl
02 - whisk

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 200 calories (per serving)
Total Fat: 18 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 2 grams
Protein: 2 grams

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