Homemade Caesar Dressing Recipe (Creamy & Classic)
This homemade Caesar dressing delivers a rich, creamy version of the classic without using raw eggs or a food processor. Made with mayonnaise, anchovy fillets, Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon juice, it is a reliable, from-scratch dressing that tastes balanced, bold, and timeless.
Servings 16 Servings
Calories: 112kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- ¼ cup resh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- 6 fillets canned anchovies optional
- Kosher salt and cracked black pepper to taste
- Up to ¼ cup water to thin if needed
Equipment
Instructions
- Save Time in the Kitchen: Read the instructions thoroughly, then gather and prep all your ingredients before cooking! Learn Prepping Tips.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, anchovies, and Worcestershire sauce until smooth and fully combined.
- Adjust as Needed: Taste the dressing, then add cracked black pepper. Add salt only if needed. If the dressing is too thick, whisk in water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired creamy consistency is reached.
Notes
- Yield: 1 pint (2 cups)
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Servings: 16
Nutrition
Calories: 112kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 183mg | Potassium: 23mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 0.3g | Vitamin A: 36IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 43mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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