Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe (Print Version)

Learn how to make creamy, tangy Caesar salad dressing from scratch. Perfect for salads and more, this recipe is flavorful and easy to prepare.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 5 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Gluten-Free (check Worcestershire sauce)

# Ingredients:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - Anchovy Paste (2 tablespoons)
02 - Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
03 - Lemon Juice (2 tablespoons)
04 - Mayonnaise (1/2 cup)

→ Seasonings & Spices

05 - Dijon Mustard (1 tablespoon)
06 - Worcestershire Sauce (1 tablespoon)
07 - Black Pepper (freshly ground, to taste)

→ Garnish & Toppings

08 - Parmesan Cheese (1/4 cup, grated)

→ Optional Extras

09 - Fresh Herbs (parsley, chives)
10 - Sugar (a pinch)

# Instructions:

01 - In a bowl, whisk together anchovy paste, minced garlic, and lemon juice until smooth.
02 - Whisk in the Dijon mustard and mayonnaise until fully combined.
03 - Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking constantly to create a creamy emulsion.
04 - Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted into the creamy mixture.
05 - Stir in Worcestershire sauce and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more lemon juice, garlic, pepper, or a pinch of sugar if needed.

# Notes:

01 - Don't over-whisk the oil in step 3 – you can break the emulsion. Slow and steady wins the race.
02 - Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days. Don't microwave it!
03 - If you don't have anchovy paste, you can use finely chopped fresh anchovies instead, but be sure to remove the bones!
04 - Add a pinch of sugar to balance the acidity if needed.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Medium bowl
02 - whisk

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 200 calories
Total Fat: 18 grams
Total Carbohydrate: 2 grams
Protein: 2 grams

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