Easy Caesar Salad Dressing
A quick, classic Caesar dressing made with mayonnaise, fresh lemon juice, garlic, Dijon, anchovy paste, Worcestershire, and freshly grated parmesan. Creamy, bright, and perfect for kale or romaine Caesar salads.
Ingredients
Easy Caesar Salad Dressing
- 1/2 Cup Mayonnaise
- 1 Lemon Juiced (About 2–3 Tablespoons)
- 1 Clove Garlic Freshly Minced Or Finely Grated
- 1/2 Tsp Dijon Mustard
- 1/2 Tsp Anchovy Paste Or To Taste
- 1 Tsp Worcestershire Sauce Or A Dash To Taste
- 1/4 Cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese Plus More To Taste
- Freshly Ground Black Pepper To Taste
To Finish
- Flaky Sea Salt Optional, To Finish
Instructions
- Mix The Base: Whisk mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon, anchovy paste, and Worcestershire until smooth.
- Add The Parmesan: Stir in freshly grated parmesan until incorporated and creamy.
- Taste And Adjust: Add more lemon for brightness, parmesan for salt, or a touch more anchovy for depth. Loosen with 1–2 teaspoons water if needed.
- Finish And Use: Season with freshly ground black pepper and finish with flaky sea salt as appropriate, then toss with romaine or kale.
Notes
Gluten-Free Note: Use a gluten-free Worcestershire if needed, as some brands vary.
Make Ahead: Refrigerate up to 5 days; stir before using. Loosen with a teaspoon of water or lemon juice if it thickens.