Creamy Caesar Dressing

Spoon dipped into dressing in a glass jar.

4.75 from 4 votes

This homemade Creamy Caesar dressing is full of bright and tangy flavor. It takes just minutes to whip together, so you can enjoy a delicious Caesar salad at home anytime.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Condiment, Dressing

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings: (2 tablespoon per serving)

Calories: 144kcal

Author: Abbey McDermott

Equipment

mini food processor

Ingredients

1 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons Dijon or brown mustard
2 teaspoons anchovy paste see notes
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
2 tablespoons lemon juice
⅓ cup shredded or grated Parmesan cheese
Kosher salt to taste
black pepper to taste

Instructions

In the bowl of a food processor (see notes), combine the mayonnaise, mustard, anchovy paste, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, and lemon juice. Process until combined.
Add the Parmesan cheese and process until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Notes

Anchovy paste is completely optional. If you have it on hand and love it, add it. Otherwise, it can be omitted. The dressing will still be delicious.
A food processor isn't required to make this dressing. Shake the dressing ingredients in a mason jar or whisk them together in a bowl. You can also add the ingredients to a blender.
Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Yields 1 ½ cups.

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