Caesar Dressing

Name: Caesar Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tsp anchovy paste; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 1 egg yolk; 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated; 1/4 tsp kosher salt; 1/4 tsp ground black pepper

A bold, garlicky Caesar dressing emulsified with anchovy paste, Parmesan, and lemon juice. Rich and savory with a creamy texture that clings to romaine leaves perfectly.

10 minEasyServes 8120 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 tsp anchovy paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 egg yolk
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated
1/4 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

1

In a large bowl, mash 2 minced garlic cloves and 1 tsp anchovy paste together with a fork to form a rough paste.
2

Add 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1 egg yolk. Whisk together until combined. Use a pasteurized egg yolk if serving anyone pregnant, elderly, or immunocompromised.
3

While whisking constantly, slowly drizzle in 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil in a thin stream to create an emulsified dressing.
4

Stir in 1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan cheese and season with 1/4 tsp kosher salt and 1/4 tsp ground black pepper.
5

Taste and adjust lemon juice or salt as needed.
6

Use immediately or refrigerate in a sealed jar for up to 3 days.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for anchovies in Caesar Dressing?

The entry for Caesar Dressing calls for 1 tsp anchovy paste. In its place: A teaspoon of fish sauce or a little miso per two fillets supplies the same savory background. For a vegetarian version, leave them out and add a pinch more salt.

Can I make Caesar Dressing dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Caesar Dressing is 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, finely grated. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Caesar Dressing keto-friendly?

A serving of Caesar Dressing carries 2 g of carbohydrate, 1 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 10 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 2 percent.

Does Caesar Dressing contain fish?

Yes: 1 tsp anchovy paste and 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is dairy, eggs and fish. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many carbs are in Caesar Dressing?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) has 2 g of carbohydrate in about 120 calories, with 3 g protein and 11 g fat, plus 1 g fiber and 98 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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