This Caesar Salad Dressing is rich and creamy, with hints of fresh lemons, Dijon mustard, and minced capers instead of anchovies, to achieve a salty, briny tang. You are going to love it and want to use it as a dip, spread, or chicken marinade.
I don’t mind anchovies, but my family turns their nose at them. If your family is anything like mine, try this Caesar dressing. You won’t miss the fish.
Ingredient Notes and Substitutions
See the complete list of ingredients on the recipe card below.
- Mayonnaise: I love Duke’s mayo, but you can use your favorite brand.
- Garlic: There is a little more than a handful of ingredients, so every one of them stands out. Use freshly minced garlic.
- Lemon juice: For the ultimate flavor, use fresh lemon juice.
- Minced capers: They are a great alternative for those who dislike anchovies. You can substitute a teaspoon of anchovy paste.
- Parmesan cheese: Use freshly grated cheese for the best flavor.
Whisk all the ingredients together in a large bowl. Store it in a mason jar or airtight container for up to 5 days.
Ways To Use It
- As a condiment in wraps and sandwiches. Try my chicken Caesar wrap.
- Use it as a marinade for grilled chicken or pork.
- It makes a great dipping sauce for fries, fresh vegetables, and lemon pepper wings.
- Use it on my tortilla pizzas. Skip the sauce and bake the pizzas with just a thin layer of olive oil brushed on the tortillas. Drizzle the Caesar salad dressing over the freshly baked pizza.
- Mix it into pasta salad, such as chicken Caesar pasta salad.
- Use it as a dressing in green salads such as chicken Caesar salad or grilled chicken salad.
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- Coleslaw Dressing
- Avocado Ranch Dressing
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Caesar Salad Dressing
This Caesar Salad Dressing is rich and creamy with hints of fresh lemons, Dijon mustard, and minced capers instead of anchovies to achieve that salty, briny tanginess.
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Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 220kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic pressed or minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon capers, minced
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire Sauce
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 pinch kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Whisk the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced capers, Worcestershire sauce, and Parmesan cheese in a large bowl. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
- Store the dressing in a mason jar or airtight container for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 17mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 38mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.4g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 62mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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Richard
I love this Caesar salad dressing. It is creamy and delicious. The store bought ones have too many weird chemicals for me. Thanks for the recipe.
Beth Pierce
So glad that you like it, Richard!
Carol Cassara
I love a good caesar salad. But would you believe I have never made my own dressing? I appreciate this recipe and will try it very soon. Looks so delish!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Carol! Enjoy!
Lisa
This Caesar dressing looks so creamy and delicious! I love the idea of using capers instead of anchovies to still get that salty, tangy flavor. I also love that it only takes about five minutes to make. Definitely one I need to try!
Beth Pierce
Thanks, Lisa! Enjoy!
Emily
I never thought to add in capers for some extra flavour, but it’s a FANTASTIC idea! I love a good ceasar dressing!! Perfect for salad, but also my wraps!
Alejandra
Much better than the store-bought version. I like recipes that give me control over the ingredients I’m using. This dressing is amazing!
Beth Pierce
So happy that you liked it. Alejandra!
Gust
This dressing has such a good balance of tangy and savory flavors. I tossed it with romaine and Parmesan, and the whole salad tasted so much more flavorful!
Amber Myers
I have never tried to make my own Caesar dressing. I need to because I bet it’s better than the store bought stuff.
Beth Pierce
It really is! You should try it.
Catalina
I made this dressing for a simple Caesar salad and it tasted so much better than store-bought. Creamy, tangy, and full of great flavor!
Ben
I put this on my Caesar salad with some grilled chicken, and it was perfect.
Terri
Yum! I’ll never buy Caesar dressing again. This is so good.
Beth Pierce
Thank you, Terri! We love it too!