Description
This homemade Caesar salad dressing is rich, creamy, and easy to make, featuring a delicious tangy and garlicky flavor. Perfect for tossing with salads, wraps, or as a versatile condiment, this dressing combines mayonnaise, olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese for an authentic and flavorful experience.
Ingredients
Dressing Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Combine ingredients: In a large liquid measuring cup or medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, grated garlic, Worcestershire sauce, a pinch of sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper until the mixture is smooth and well incorporated.
- Add Parmesan cheese: Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully combined, enhancing the dressing’s creamy texture and savory flavor.
- Adjust consistency: If the dressing appears too thick, slowly stir in water one teaspoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency, ensuring it coats your salad ingredients perfectly.
- Season to taste: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed for a balanced flavor.
- Serve and store: Use the dressing immediately on Caesar salad or wraps, or refrigerate in an airtight container or jar for up to 5 days to enjoy later.
Notes
- For best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated.
- If you prefer a lighter dressing, substitute part of the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt.
- The dressing can be customized by adding anchovy paste for a more traditional Caesar taste.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator and consume within 5 days.
- Adjust water quantity carefully to avoid thinning the dressing too much.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American