Print

Best Caesar Dressing Recipe

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A creamy, tangy homemade Caesar dressing that’s packed with flavor from anchovies, fresh garlic, Parmesan, and lemon. This restaurant-quality dressing will elevate your salads and can be used in countless creative ways beyond the classic Caesar salad.

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • Anchovy fillets, high-quality
  • 2–3 cloves fresh garlic, crushed
  • 2 egg yolks (pasteurized if preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 cup grated aged Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Bring all ingredients to room temperature for easier blending and better emulsion.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine anchovy fillets and crushed garlic, mashing together to form a paste.
  3. Add egg yolks, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard to the bowl and whisk until well combined.
  4. While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil in a thin stream to create a creamy emulsion.
  5. Once all oil is incorporated and dressing is smooth and thick, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional lemon juice, salt, or pepper as needed.
  7. Let the dressing rest for 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to marry.

Notes

  • For a thinner consistency, add a little more lemon juice.
  • For a thicker dressing, add more egg yolk.
  • If your dressing breaks or separates, add a teaspoon of warm water and re-whisk.
  • The original Caesar dressing by Caesar Cardini did not contain anchovies but used Worcestershire sauce instead. Feel free to substitute if preferred.

Storage Tips:

  • Store in an airtight container (mason jars work perfectly) in the back of the refrigerator where it’s coldest.
  • Dressing will keep for up to 7 days when properly refrigerated.
  • Glass containers are recommended as they won’t absorb flavors like plastic ones.
  • Let dressing sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before using if it becomes too thick in the refrigerator.
  • Freezing is not recommended as emulsions can separate upon thawing.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.alldayieat.com/best-caesar-dressing-recipe/