Creamy Caesar Dressing Recipe
Elevate your salads with this homemade creamy Caesar dressing! With a perfect balance of tangy anchovies, smooth egg yolk, and fresh garlic, this dressing transforms even the simplest greens into a gourmet experience. Whether you’re hosting dinner or just craving a flavor boost, this easy-to-make recipe will have everyone coming back for seconds!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove fresh garlic, minced
- 2 anchovy fillets, mashed
- 1 egg yolk (pasteurized)
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (freshly cracked)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed anchovies and minced garlic.
- Stir in the egg yolk and lemon juice until thick and creamy.
- Gradually whisk in the olive oil until fully emulsified.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, and salt to taste.
- Serve immediately over romaine lettuce or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 40mg