Lighter Caesar Salad Dressing

Transform your salads with this Lighter Caesar Salad Dressing—an effortlessly creamy, tangy, and nutritious spin on the classic recipe. Made with non-fat plain Greek yogurt as a base, this guilt-free dressing delivers all the rich flavors you love, thanks to a perfect balance of fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and grated Parmesan cheese. A touch of extra-virgin olive oil adds a luxurious texture, while minced garlic and freshly ground black pepper offer a bold, savory kick. Ready in just 10 minutes, this healthier Caesar dressing is perfect for drizzling over crisp greens or serving as a dip for veggies. Low in calories and packed with protein, it's a make-ahead gem that lasts up to five days in the fridge. Say goodbye to store-bought dressings and hello to homemade goodness with this easy recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 clove Minced garlic
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, add the non-fat plain Greek yogurt, extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and Dijon mustard.

Step 2

Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and fully combined.

Step 3

Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and minced garlic, mixing well to incorporate them evenly.

Step 4

Add the salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting to taste as necessary.

Step 5

Thin the dressing to your desired consistency by adding water, one tablespoon at a time, whisking after each addition.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve drizzled over salad greens or use as a dip for vegetables. Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(357.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	444.4

Total Fat 31.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 19.8mg	0%
Sodium 1108.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.2g	0%
Total Sugars 8.8g
Protein 28.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 392.0mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 89.0mg	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: 61.4%

Protein: 25.4%

Carbs: 13.2%