Description
This Easy Caesar Salad Dressing recipe is a quick and creamy homemade dressing that combines parmesan cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream or Greek yogurt, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and garlic. Perfect for tossing with crisp romaine or your favorite salad greens, it adds a classic Caesar flavor without the need for anchovies or complicated ingredients.
Ingredients
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Caesar Salad Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Grate the Parmesan Cheese: Start by grating 1/4 cup of fresh parmesan cheese finely to ensure it blends smoothly into the dressing.
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the grated parmesan, 3/4 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and the minced garlic clove. Stir or whisk thoroughly until the dressing is smooth and well blended.
- Season and Adjust: Taste the dressing and add salt and pepper to your preference. Mix again to incorporate the seasoning evenly.
- Serve or Chill: You can serve the dressing immediately tossed with your salad or chill it in the refrigerator covered for a few hours to deepen the flavors. The dressing will keep refrigerated for several days when stored properly.
Notes
- For a tangier dressing, add a bit more lemon juice to taste.
- You can substitute sour cream with plain Greek yogurt for a healthier option.
- This dressing does not contain anchovies, making it a simpler version of the traditional Caesar dressing.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Whisk the dressing before each use if ingredients separate over time.
