Moonlight Family Restaurant Caesar Salad Dressing
Bring the flavors of the beloved Moonlight Family Restaurant to your kitchen with this irresistibly rich and creamy Caesar Salad Dressing recipe. Perfectly balanced with bold ingredients like minced garlic, zesty Dijon mustard, and savory anchovy fillets, this homemade dressing is elevated by the tang of fresh lemon juice and the umami kick of finely grated Parmesan cheese. A silky blend of mayonnaise and olive oil ensures a smooth, velvety texture, while a touch of Worcestershire sauce and freshly ground black pepper ties everything together. Ready in just 10 minutes, this dressing is a must-have for drizzling over crisp romaine lettuce, tossing with crunchy croutons, or using as a dip for your favorite snacks. A restaurant-quality Caesar dressing made with pantry staples—perfect for any salad night!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- 4 fillets Anchovy fillets, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, and finely minced anchovy fillets until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Add Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk thoroughly to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Step 3
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuously whisking to create a smooth, emulsified dressing.
Step 4
Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, and whisk again to blend.
Step 5
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 6
Serve over crisp romaine lettuce and crunchy croutons for a classic Caesar salad, or use as a dip or spread as desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (465.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2576.7 |
| Total Fat 242.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 34.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 322.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 5329.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 54.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.9g | |
| Protein 47.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 320IU | 0% |
| Calcium 761.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 407.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories