Impress your guests with this homemade Caesar salad dressing that is bursting with flavor. This classic American recipe is perfect for drizzling over crisp romaine lettuce, croutons, and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 anchovy fillets, minced
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Directions
- In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, garlic, Parmesan cheese, anchovies, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Slowly drizzle in olive oil while whisking continuously until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving over your favorite salad.
Interesting Facts
Caesar salad dressing was invented by Italian-American restaurateur Caesar Cardini in the 1920s in Tijuana, Mexico.
Traditional Caesar salad dressing uses raw egg yolks, but this version replaces them with mayonnaise for a safer option.