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Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing: Easy, Anchovy-Free Delight Recipe

4.2 from 61 reviews

This creamy Caesar salad dressing offers an easy, anchovy-free option packed with bold flavors from garlic, lemon, and Parmesan, perfect for tossing your favorite greens.

Ingredients

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup Mayonnaise (Good quality, preferably organic)
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Pressed)
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard (Or yellow mustard as a substitute)
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice (Freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tsp Anchovy-free Worcestershire sauce (Ensure it’s anchovy-free or swap for soy sauce)
  • 2 tsp Caper brine (Or lemon juice if capers aren’t available)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (Finely grated, use authentic Parmigiano-Reggiano for best results)
  • 1/2 tsp Black pepper (Freshly ground)
  • Salt (To taste)

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Prepare the Garlic – Press two cloves of garlic and place in a mixing bowl.
  2. Step 2: Mix the Flavor Base – Add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, caper brine, and Worcestershire sauce to the bowl. Whisk for 30 seconds.
  3. Step 3: Incorporate the Mayonnaise – Add mayonnaise to the mixture and whisk until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Add Cheese and Season – Stir in Parmesan cheese and black pepper. Adjust salt to taste.
  5. Step 5: Dress the Salad – Combine salad ingredients and drizzle dressing over them. Toss to coat.
  6. Step 6: Serve or Store – Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 7 days.

Notes

  • Refrigerate dressing for up to 7 days to preserve freshness.

Keywords: Creamy Caesar Dressing, Anchovy-Free Salad Dressing, Easy Caesar Dressing, Homemade Salad Dressing, Parmesan Dressing