Easy Caesar Dressing Recipe (VIDEO) (2024)

This homemade Caesar Dressing recipe is so easy to make. With just a handful of ingredients, you’ll create a creamy Caesar dressing that is better than storebought or restaurant versions. And guess what? There are no raw eggs required and anchovies are optional.

It’s surprisingly easy to make your own dressings like Homemade Ranch Dressing or Italian Dressing from scratch and creamy Caesar dressing is no exception.

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Use this creamy dressing to make a Classic Caesar Salad, tossed with crisp romaine lettuce, and Homemade Croutons. Sure, you could buy a storebought dressing, but why would you when you can effortlessly make your own umami-packed, lemony, garlicky, parmesan-cheesy, and creamy dressing that tastes so much better?

Our Caesar dressing is kid-friendly – it tastes like the creamy restaurant-style Caesar dressing that my kids love, yet it’s made with the best ingredients right at home. My kids get excited when I make Caesar salad because of this dressing.

Easy Caesar Dressing Recipe Video

Watch Natasha make this homemade Caesar dressing. Don’t blink, because it’s so simple to make and comes together quickly. You’ll make this Caesar dressing again and again once you see how easy it is.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

One-Bowl – Instead of hauling out a blender, food processor, or immersion blender, (which always creates issues for people, plus it’s messy), I’m so excited to finally have a Caesar dressing that’s easy to whip up in one bowl with just a whisk.
Easy – I find myself making this dressing way more often for my kids (who love it!) because it’s so easy (measure, pour, stir) and mess-free.
Keeps Well – I used alternatives for some of the key ingredients in most authentic Caesar dressings, such as raw egg yolks and anchovies. This not only simplifies the preparation process but also helps it stay fresh longer. The creamy texture remains intact, allowing you to enjoy it straight from the fridge.

Ingredients

Mayonnaise – Use real mayo for the best flavor. The eggs in the mayo thicken this dressing so you don’t have to worry about raw eggs or about the mixture separating.
Dijon mustard – We like to use the Grey Poupon brand, but any dijon will work
Worcestershire sauce – Adds a rich umami flavor. If you are a vegetarian, see the pro tip below for more information.
Oil – use a neutral oil like extra light olive oil and avoid using extra virgin olive oil which will give it a different flavor profile.
Garlic – use fresh, not canned. It will give you more punch and flavor.
Lemon juice – Opt for freshly squeezed lemon juice and not from concentrate.
Parmesan cheese – We use freshly grated cheese, but finely shredded will work as well. You can also use pre-grated parmesan and add it according to taste since it’s more finely grated.

Pro Tip:

Did you know anchovies are an ingredient in Worcestershire sauce? So you can skip anchovies or anchovy paste since they’re technically already in there! If you are vegetarian or have a fish allergy, choose a Worcestershire sauce that does not have anchovies listed in the ingredients.

How to Make Homemade Caesar Dressing

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until combined.
While whisking vigorously, slowly drizzle in the olive oil. Once all of the olive oil is in, continue whisking until it’s well incorporated. Add parmesan cheese and whisk together to combine.
Transfer to a mason jar, cover with a lid, and refrigerate until ready to use.

Pro Tip:

The key to a thicker dressing is to slowly drizzle in the oil while whisking vigorously. This keeps the dressing emulsified and also helps incorporate more air into the dressing to help it thicken up. It will get even thicker in the refrigerator as the oil cools.

Storage

Transfer to a mason jar or airtight container and store homemade dressing in the refrigerator for up to a week. Add a label to track how old the dressing is and refrigerate promptly after use to maintain its freshness. You will love that it doesn’t separate when chilled and you can use it directly out of the refrigerator without re-whisking.

How to Serve Caesar Dressing

This dressing is so tasty you’ll be tempted to use it on everything, not just salads. Here are some of our favorite ways to enjoy this homemade Caesar dressing:

Caesar Salad: add baked chicken breast to make it a complete meal, or make a chicken Caesar wrap for a healthy lunch option.
As a dip for raw vegetables such as cut carrots, sliced cucumbers, or cauliflower florets – perfect for snacking!
Pasta Salad Dressing – try it in Caesar Pasta Salad, Tortellini Salad with diced broccoli and tomato, tossed with parmesan cheese, or Macaroni Salad.
As a grilling marinade for meat or chicken to tenderize the meat and add flavor.
Potato Salad dressing – try this as the creamy base for a Classic Potato Salad.

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More Homemade Dressings and Sauces

If you enjoy this homemade Caesar salad dressing recipe, you’ll love our other dressings and sauces made from scratch. They’re so fresh and easy to make and, in my opinion, taste better than anything store-bought.

Chimichurri Recipe
Classic Pesto
Tartar Sauce
Easy Marinara Sauce
Tzatziki Sauce
Barbecue Sauce
Creamy Horseradish Sauce

Easy Caesar Dressing Recipe (VIDEO)

4.92 from 309 votes

Author: Natasha Kravchuk

This creamy Caesar Dressing recipe is easy and comes together in one bowl. It's perfect for Caesar Salad, pasta salad, or even as a marinade.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes mins

Total Time: 10 minutes mins

Ingredients

Servings: 12 people (makes 1 1/2 cups)

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tsp Dijon mustard
2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, *
2 garlic cloves, grated or pressed
3 Tbs fresh lemon juice, from 1 large lemon
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup extra light olive oil, not extra virgin*
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

In a large mixing bowl, combine 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tsp Dijon mustard, 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce, grated garlic, 3 Tbs lemon juice, salt, and pepper, and whisk to combine.
While whisking vigorously*, slowly drizzle in 1/2 cup olive oil. Once all of the olive oil is in, continue whisking until it’s well incorporated. Add parmesan and whisk together to combine.
Transfer to a mason jar, cover with a lid, and refrigerate until ready to use.

Notes

*Depending on the brand of Worcestershire sauce, it may contain gluten and anchovies. For gluten-free, look for a Worschestershire sauce labeled gluten-free. For vegetarians, look for one without anchovies.

*Use a mild-flavored oil and avoid using extra virgin olive oil which will give it a different flavor profile.

*Whisking vigorously while slowly drizzling in the oil is key to keeping the dressing emulsified and thick.

Nutrition Per Serving

164kcal Calories1g Carbs1g Protein17g Fat3g Saturated Fat5g Polyunsaturated Fat8g Monounsaturated Fat0.02g Trans Fat8mg Cholesterol252mg Sodium26mg Potassium0.1g Fiber0.3g Sugar44IU Vitamin A2mg Vitamin C41mg Calcium0.2mg Iron

Natasha Kravchuk

Welcome to my kitchen! I am Natasha, the blogger behind Natasha's Kitchen (since 2009). My husband and I run this blog together and share only our best, family approved and tested recipes with YOU. Thanks for stopping by! We are so happy you're here.