Best 11 Caesar Salad Sauce Recipes

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When discussing the most popular salad dressing in the culinary world, Caesar salad dressing is bound to top the list. With its creamy, tangy, and garlicky flavor, this versatile dressing has been a staple in kitchens for decades. Whether you prefer a classic or a modern twist, there are endless variations of Caesar salad dressing recipes to suit every palate. From traditional preparations to innovative interpretations, this article aims to guide you in creating the perfect Caesar salad dressing that will transform your salads into a delightful and memorable experience.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

THE BEST CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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I have been working with chefs for years and found out how to make the best Caesar dressing. I thought I would share!

Provided by Patricia K

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Caesar Dressing Recipes

Time 8h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup mayonnaise
¼ cup egg substitute
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons water
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 ½ tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon anchovy paste
2 teaspoons white sugar
½ teaspoon dried parsley
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Blend mayonnaise, egg substitute, Parmesan cheese, water, garlic, lemon juice, anchovy paste, sugar, parsley, salt, and pepper in a blender until smooth, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate 8 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.1 calories, Carbohydrate 2.6 g, Cholesterol 10.9 mg, Fat 18.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 354.2 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

HOMEMADE CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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My family loves this rich and creamy Caesar salad dressing. It's not overly garlicky or fishy -- it's just right.

Provided by Jennifer Segal, adapted from Gourmet magazine

Categories     Salads

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1⅓ cups (enough for about 10 starter salads)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 small garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (see note)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from one lemon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I like the brand Maille)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's Real
½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add the mayonnaise, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt and pepper and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust to your liking. The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week.
  • Note: Anchovy paste can be found near the canned tuna in the supermarket.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 2 tablespoons, Calories 184, Fat 19g, Carbohydrate 1g, Protein 2g, SaturatedFat 1g, Sugar 0g, Fiber 0g, Sodium 296mg, Cholesterol 13mg

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD



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Crisp romaine, pepper-and-butter croutons, and grated Parmesan are tossed with traditional Caesar dressing.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 loaf rustic Italian bread (8 to 10 ounces), crusts removed, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 garlic cloves
4 anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 large egg yolk
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
20 ounces romaine lettuce, outer leaves discarded, inner leaves washed and dried
1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese or Romano cheese, or 2 1/2 ounces shaved with a vegetable peeler

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Combine the butter and olive oil in a large bowl. Add the cubes of bread, and toss until coated. Sprinkle with salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper; toss until evenly coated. Spread the bread in a single layer on a 12-by-17-inch baking sheet. Bake until croutons are golden, about 10 minutes. Set aside.
  • Place the garlic, anchovy fillets, and salt in a wooden salad bowl. Using two dinner forks, mash the garlic and anchovies into a paste. Using one fork, whisk in the pepper, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, and egg yolk. Whisk in the olive oil.
  • Chop the romaine leaves into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces. Add the croutons, romaine, and cheese to the bowl, and toss well. If you wish, grate extra cheese over the top. Serve immediately.

PERFECT CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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Everyone raves about Caesar salad, but few realize it is so simple to make at home. Add this Caesar dressing on top of chopped romaine lettuce, croutons and parmesan cheese for a perfect salad. -Jane McGlothren, Daphne, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1.25 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pasteurized large egg yolks
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons anchovy paste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
dash hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CAESAR SALAD I



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A 'worth-the-effort' salad!! Always a winner, if you love Caesar Salad! The secret is the dressing and the croutons.

Provided by Cathy Hofmann

Categories     Salad     Green Salad Recipes     Romaine Lettuce Salad Recipes

Time 1h25m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 head romaine lettuce
¾ cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
½ teaspoon salt
¼ tablespoon ground mustard
1 clove crushed garlic
1 egg
1 lemon, juiced
freshly ground black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 ½ cups garlic croutons
1 (2 ounce) can anchovy filets

Steps:

  • Clean lettuce thoroughly and wrap in paper towels to absorb moisture. Refrigerate until crisp, at least 1 hour or more.
  • In a bowl or jar combine oil, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, salt, mustard, garlic and lemon juice. Whisk until well blended.
  • Coddle egg by heating 3 cups of water to boiling. Drop in egg (still in shell) and let stand for 1 minute. Remove egg from water and let cool. Once cooled crack open and whisk egg into dressing. Whisk until thoroughly blended.
  • Mash desired amount of anchovies and whisk them into the dressing. If desired set aside a few for garnish.
  • To assemble, place torn lettuce leaves in a large bowl. Pour dressing over the top and toss lightly. Add the grated cheese, garlic croutons and freshly ground pepper, toss. Serve immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.2 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 48.4 mg, Fat 44.2 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.9 g, Sodium 991.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Caesar Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kim D.

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 garlic cloves, chopped
4 anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (one small lemon)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
3 dashes hot sauce (like Tabasco)
1 1/2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 large egg yolks
1/3-1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil or 1/3-1/2 cup canola oil
2 heads romaine lettuce, outer leaves discarded, inner leaves washed and dried (ten-ounce heads)
1 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese or 1 cup romano cheese
crouton (to garnish)

Steps:

  • In a large wooden bowl, using a wooden spoon, mash chopped garlic cloves to a fine paste with salt.
  • Stir in egg yolks and Dijon mustard.
  • Add anchovies, and grind to a paste.
  • Add lemon juice, Worcestershire, hot sauce and season with pepper.
  • Slowly whisk in olive/canola oil until dressing is creamy.
  • Add lettuce to bowl, and toss to coat leaves thoroughly with dressing and grated Parmesan.
  • Sprinkle croutons over salad.

SIMPLE CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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This flavorful vinaigrette takes the work out of Caesar salad dressing!

Provided by sal

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Caesar Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

⅓ cup lemon juice
⅓ cup white vinegar
⅓ cup water
¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2 ½ tablespoons prepared Dijon-style mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a jar with a lid, combine lemon juice, vinegar, water, cheese, mustard, garlic powder and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until ready to use.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 19.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.2 g, Cholesterol 1.8 mg, Fat 0.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 159.8 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CAESAR SALAD



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Making the dressing for Caesar salad is an exercise in the art of layering salty ingredients to build flavor; there are anchovies, Parmesan and Worcestershire sauce, in addition to the salt itself. (There is also garlic, which is pounded with a pinch of salt using a mortar and pestle to make a smooth paste.) Since a delicious balanced dressing depends on working in the right amounts of each of those ingredients - and the other, unsalted elements - refrain from adding the salt crystals until you've added the right amount of everything else. This recipe is adapted from "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat" by Samin Nosrat, and it's absolutely worth making the torn croutons - store-bought croutons can't compete, and you'll have leftovers for another salad.

Provided by Samin Nosrat

Categories     dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1-pound loaf day-old country or sourdough bread
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Salt, to taste
1 egg yolk at room temperature
3/4 cup neutral oil, such as grapeseed
3 to 4 tablespoons lemon juice, more if needed for mayonnaise
8 anchovy fillets
1 garlic clove, finely grated or pounded with a pinch of salt
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 3-ounce chunk of Parmesan, finely grated (about 1 cup), plus more for serving
3/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and ground black pepper
Romaine lettuce, Little Gem lettuce, chicories, raw or blanched kale, shaved brussels sprouts or Belgian endive

Steps:

  • Make the torn croutons: Heat oven to 400 degrees. Remove the crusts from the bread, then cut into inch-thick slices. Cut each slice into inch-wide strips, and tear each strip into inch-size pieces. Toss with olive oil to coat them evenly, then spread pieces out in a single layer on a baking sheet. (Use a second sheet if needed to prevent crowding.) Toast for 18 to 22 minutes, checking them after 8 minutes. Rotate pans, switch their oven positions and use a metal spatula to turn the croutons so they brown evenly. Bake until they're golden brown and crunchy on the outside, with just a tiny bit of chew on the inside. Season with a light sprinkling of salt if needed. Use immediately; store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
  • Meanwhile, make mayonnaise: Place the egg yolk in a deep, medium metal or ceramic bowl. Dampen a tea towel and roll it up into a long log, then form it into a ring on the counter. Place the bowl inside the ring; this will hold the bowl in place while you whisk. (And if whisking by hand is simply out of the question, use a blender, stand mixer or food processor.)
  • Use a ladle or bottle with a nozzle to drip in the neutral oil a drop at a time, while whisking the oil into the yolk. Go. Really. Slowly. And don't stop whisking. Once you've added about half the oil, you can start adding a little more oil at once. You want the mayonnaise to be stiff, but if it thickens so much that it's impossible to whisk, add a teaspoon or so of lemon juice to help thin it out.
  • Prepare the dressing: Coarsely chop the anchovies and then pound them into a fine paste using a mortar and pestle. The more you break them down, the better the dressing will be.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the anchovies, mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, vinegar, Parmesan, Worcestershire and pepper. Taste with a leaf of lettuce, then add salt and adjust the acid (the lemon juice and vinegar) as needed, or add a little of each salty ingredient (Worcestershire, anchovies, Parmesan) to the dressing, bit by bit. Adjust the acid, then taste and adjust the salty ingredients until you reach the ideal balance of salt, fat and acid.
  • Use your hands to toss the greens and torn croutons with an abundant amount of dressing in a large bowl to coat evenly. Garnish with Parmesan and black pepper and serve immediately. Refrigerate leftover dressing, covered, for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 487, UnsaturatedFat 29 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 689 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CAESAR SALAD SAUCE



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I was hosting a baby shower one day, and one of the guests offered to bring a caesar salad. She forgot to bring the salad dressing! I didn't have any of the bottled stuff so I threw this together. I don't put any egg in the sauce itself, but I serve the salad with bacon bits and hard boiled, chopped up eggs on top. I also HATE anchovies. So you won't find any in here. If you like them, you will have to figure out on your own how much paste to use!

Provided by C and Ds Mommy

Categories     Sauces

Time 5m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup light mayonnaise (miracle whip is tangier than regular mayo)
1/4 cup milk (skim, 2%, doesn't matter)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (I just use the stuff from the shaker)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together.
  • I usually mix it in a jar and shake it until everything is blended. If you can let the dressing sit for at least 30 minutes, the flavours will blend much better.
  • Can be refrigerated for 2-3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 572.3, Fat 49.4, SaturatedFat 11.8, Cholesterol 72.5, Sodium 1537.8, Carbohydrate 19.5, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 6.5, Protein 13.3

AMERICAN KITCHEN CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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A Caesar salad is a salad of romaine lettuce and croutons dressed with a sauce and is often prepared tableside. The salad's creation is generally attributed to restaurateur Caesar Cardini, an Italian immigrant who operated restaurants in Tijuana, Mexico and San Diego, United States during the 1920's Prohibition era. This recipe has been modified to remove the raw egg that the original recipe used due to salmonella concerns.

Provided by Member 610488

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 anchovy
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Mash the anchovy with the garlic and salt until it is a paste. Whisk in the mayonnaise, vinegar, lemon juice mustard and worcestershire sauce and combine well. Whisk in the olive oil and then the parmesan cheese. Chill. Whisk again just before mixing with the salad leaves then top with the croutons.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1054.9, Fat 106.2, SaturatedFat 20.1, Cholesterol 44, Sodium 1499.7, Carbohydrate 10.9, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 3.1, Protein 16.9

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD RECIPE BY TASTY



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Caesar salad is a classic, and we think our recipe embodies everything you love about the dish-it's tangy, creamy, crunchy, and garlicky. Drizzle little gem lettuce with homemade and hand-whisked Caesar dressing and top with torn-bread croutons and shaved Parmesan cheese. Serve with your choice of protein, if desired, but we think it's pretty perfect as is.

Provided by Betsy Carter

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cloves garlic, crushed and roughly chopped
6 oil-packed anchovy fillets, drained and roughly chopped
¼ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
2 large pastured egg yollks
2 teaspoons dijon mustard
6 tablespoons vegetable oil
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup freshly grated parmigiano-reggiano cheese
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups bread, torn into 1 in (2.54 cm) pieces
2 tablespoons olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 oz little gem lettuce, leaves separated or torn
kosher salt, to taste
½ cup Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, plus more for topping
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
8 oz grilled chicken breast, sliced into ¼-inch (6 mm) pieces
8 oz grilled salmon, broken into 1 in (2.54 cm)
½ lb grilled shrimp

Steps:

  • Make the classic caesar dressing: On a cutting board, chop the garlic and anchovies together to combine. Sprinkle with the salt. Use the side of a knife to chop and mash the mixture into a smooth, homogeneous paste. Transfer the paste to a medium bowl.
  • Add the egg yolks and mustard to the bowl with the garlic anchovy paste. Whisk until the egg yolks lighten in color and become airy, about 2 minutes. While whisking continuously, drizzle in the vegetable and olive oils until the dressing is thick and emulsified. Whisk in the lemon juice; the dressing should loosen a bit but will still be thick enough to liberally coat the back of a spoon and should fall in ribbons when drizzled. Stir in the Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese, black pepper, and salt to taste. The dressing will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Make the croutons: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a medium bowl, toss the torn bread with the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Scatter across a baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes, turning the pan halfway through, until the croutons are golden brown and crispy on the outside but still tender on the inside.
  • Assemble the salad: On a serving platter or in a large bowl, arrange half of the little gem leaves and season with a pinch of salt. Drizzle with ⅓ cup of the dressing and top with half of the Parmesan the croutons. Repeat with the remaining ingredients to make another layer, adding more dressing to taste. Season with pepper. If desired, top with the protein of your choice, such as chicken, salmon, or shrimp. Serve immediately.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 843 calories, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 54 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 62 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Freshness is key when it comes to Caesar salad dressing. Use fresh garlic and lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Don't over-process the dressing: Caesar salad dressing should be creamy and thick, not runny. Over-processing the dressing will make it thin and watery.
  • Taste the dressing as you go: Caesar salad dressing is a matter of personal taste. Add more or less garlic, lemon juice, or Parmesan cheese until you reach the desired flavor.
  • Serve the dressing immediately: Caesar salad dressing is best served immediately after it is made. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld together and the dressing will become too thick.
  • Store the dressing properly: Caesar salad dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Be sure to store it in an airtight container.

Conclusion:

Caesar salad is a classic dish that is enjoyed by people all over the world. The key to a great Caesar salad is the dressing. By following these tips, you can make a Caesar salad dressing that is creamy, flavorful, and perfect for your next salad.

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