Description
A recipe for making a rich and flavorful Caesar salad dressing at home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large egg yolks
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons anchovy paste (optional)
Instructions
- Place egg yolks, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper in a medium bowl. Whisk until combined.
- Slowly add the lemon juice while continuously whisking.
- Begin adding the olive oil and vegetable oil, one teaspoon at a time, whisking constantly until the mixture emulsifies and thickens.
- Once thickened, slowly whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese and anchovy paste, if using.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Notes
- If you prefer a thinner dressing, add one tablespoon of water at the end.
- You can substitute mayonnaise for the egg yolks for a quicker, safer option.
- Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0.5
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 16
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Unsaturated Fat: 13
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 1
- Fiber: 0
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 60
Keywords: Caesar dressing, creamy dressing, homemade Caesar, salad dressing recipe, Parmesan dressing