Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe
This Homemade Caesar Dressing is a creamy, tangy blend perfect for salads. Made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese, it delivers all the classic Caesar flavors with easy preparation and no cooking required.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 1/2 cups (serves 6) 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Caesar Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 2 garlic cloves, grated or pressed
- 3 Tbsp fresh lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup extra light olive oil (not extra virgin)
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard, 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce, the grated or pressed garlic cloves, 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Whisk these together thoroughly to start forming the dressing base.
- Emulsify with Olive Oil: While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup extra light olive oil to the mixture. Continue whisking until the olive oil is fully incorporated and the dressing has a creamy, smooth texture.
- Add Parmesan Cheese: Fold in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese and whisk again until evenly combined to add the signature savory depth of flavor.
- Chill and Store: Transfer the Caesar dressing into a mason jar or airtight container. Cover with a lid and refrigerate until ready to use to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
- Use extra light olive oil instead of extra virgin olive oil to avoid a bitter flavor and achieve a smoother dressing.
- Grating or pressing fresh garlic provides the best fresh flavor over pre-minced or powdered garlic.
- The dressing keeps well refrigerated for up to one week.
- For a thinner consistency, stir in a little water or more lemon juice before serving.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste after chilling if needed.
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