Caesar Salad Dressing Mix

Elevate your salads with this quick and easy homemade Caesar Salad Dressing Mix that’s bursting with bold, classic flavors! Made with creamy mayonnaise, tangy lemon juice, and savory Parmesan cheese, this recipe delivers an authentic Caesar experience with the perfect balance of garlic, Dijon mustard, and a hint of Worcestershire sauce. For an extra umami kick, opt for the optional minced anchovy fillets. In just 10 minutes, you can whisk together this velvety-smooth dressing, customizable to your desired consistency with a splash of water. Ideal for drizzling over crisp Romaine lettuce and crunchy croutons, this dressing will transform your Caesar salad into a restaurant-worthy masterpiece. Pro tip: Refrigerate before serving to allow the vibrant flavors to meld beautifully! Perfect for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this Caesar dressing will become your go-to staple.

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 2 fillets Anchovy fillets (optional, minced)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Water (optional, for thinning)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and anchovy fillets (if using).

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined.

Step 3

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk, ensuring it is fully incorporated into the mixture.

Step 4

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste. Adjust quantities as needed for your preferred flavor balance.

Step 5

If the dressing is too thick, add water, 1 teaspoon at a time, and whisk until the desired consistency is reached.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning, such as adding more lemon juice for brightness or Parmesan for richness, if needed.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before using.

Step 8

Serve the dressing over crisp Romaine lettuce, croutons, and additional Parmesan cheese as desired. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(473.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2583.7

Total Fat 239.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 350.5mg	0%
Sodium 5055.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 55.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g	0%
Total Sugars 0.8g
Protein 55.6g	0%

Vitamin D 160IU	0%
Calcium 1357.1mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 264.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 82.9%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 8.5%