Caesar Dressing
Homemade Caesar dressing is rich, garlicky, and savory with the perfect umami depth. Made from scratch, it is far more vibrant than store-bought and comes together in minutes. Toss it with crisp romaine for a classic Caesar salad or use it as a bold dip.
- ⏱ 10 min
- 📊 easy
- 🍽 Family
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/3 cup grated Parmesan
- 3 anchovy fillets, minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Mash the minced anchovies and garlic into a paste.
- Whisk in the mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard.
- Slowly whisk in the olive oil until smooth and emulsified.
- Season with black pepper and a little salt if needed.
- Thin with a teaspoon of water for a pourable dressing.
- Chill until ready to toss with romaine or use as a dip.
💡 Chef's tip
Whisk in the oil slowly in a thin stream to emulsify the dressing into a smooth, creamy texture that clings to the lettuce.
Anchovies and Parmesan are the source of the dressing signature savory depth, dissolving into the base to give that unmistakable umami punch without tasting fishy.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Protein: 3 g
- Carbs: 1 g
- Fat: 14 g
