Homemade Caesar Dressing with Mayonnaise Recipe
This Homemade Caesar Dressing with Mayonnaise is a creamy, tangy, and savory dressing made from simple pantry ingredients. It combines the richness of mayonnaise and Parmesan with the bold flavors of garlic, anchovies, and Worcestershire sauce, balanced by lemon juice and red wine vinegar. Perfect for drizzling over crisp romaine lettuce, this dressing brings the classic Caesar salad taste to your table with ease and freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About 3/4 cup dressing (approximately 6 servings at 2 tablespoons each)
- Category: Sauce/Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American/Italian
Ingredients
Caesar Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 2 anchovy fillets, mashed to a paste
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan, grated garlic, anchovy paste, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and freshly ground black pepper.
- Whisk Dressing: Using a whisk, blend all ingredients thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined, ensuring the flavors are evenly distributed.
- Serve or Store: Use the dressing immediately to dress your favorite salad or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days to maintain freshness.
Notes
- For a thinner dressing, add a teaspoon or two of water or olive oil to reach desired consistency.
- Ensure anchovies are mashed well to avoid chunky texture.
- The dressing can be refrigerated for up to 4 days but always check for freshness before use.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Add extra lemon juice or black pepper to adjust acidity and seasoning according to taste.
