Description
If you’re tired of store-bought Caesar dressing that tastes overly tangy or artificial, it’s time to go homemade. This easy Caesar dressing recipe blends creamy egg yolk, umami-packed anchovies, zesty lemon, and bold Parmesan for a flavor that rivals your favorite restaurant. Perfect for everything from quick lunch salads to healthy dinner sides, this dressing is a game-changer in your rotation of food ideas. Whether you’re searching for an easy recipe, healthy snack, or just new dinner ideas, this dressing is the flavor boost your meals deserve.
Ingredients
1 teaspoon anchovy fillets
1 clove garlic
1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Smash garlic and anchovy fillets on a cutting board until they form a paste.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together garlic-anchovy paste, egg yolk, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice until smooth.
3. Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously to emulsify.
4. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
6. Optionally, thin the dressing with a teaspoon of water if desired.
7. Use immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days in a sealed jar.
Notes
For a vegetarian version, replace anchovy with 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce or capers.
Always use fresh lemon juice for best flavor—bottled just won’t taste the same.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Whisking
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg
Keywords: easy recipe, healthy dressing, Caesar salad, food ideas, homemade sauce