Vegetarian Classic Caesar Dressing

Elevate your salads with this creamy and tangy Vegetarian Classic Caesar Dressing, a flavor-packed twist on the traditional favorite. Made with protein-rich Greek yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and umami-loaded vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, this recipe delivers all the bold, savory notes of a Caesar dressing—without the anchovies. Minced garlic and capers add layers of complexity, while grated Parmesan cheese brings a luscious richness. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this homemade dressing is as simple as it is satisfying. Perfect for drizzling over crisp romaine or tossing with roasted vegetables, it’s a versatile staple you’ll want to store in your fridge for up to 5 days. Whether you’re hosting or meal prepping, this vegetarian Caesar dressing is guaranteed to impress.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (vegetarian)
• 1 tablespoon Capers, drained and minced
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt and whisk until smooth.

Step 2

Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while continuing to whisk, incorporating the oil into the yogurt until combined.

Step 3

Add lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and vegetarian Worcestershire sauce to the bowl and whisk to mix well.

Step 4

Fold in the minced capers and garlic to the mixture.

Step 5

Gradually add the grated Parmesan cheese, whisking until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.

Step 6

Season the dressing with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 7

If the dressing is too thick, whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a jar or airtight container.

Step 9

Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days and shake or stir before using.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(444.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	770.7

Total Fat 56.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 87.9mg	0%
Sodium 3240.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 15.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.7g	0%
Total Sugars 7.5g
Protein 48.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1074.0mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 292.5mg	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: 66.5%

Protein: 25.5%

Carbs: 8.0%