How to Make Best Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing - A Step-by-Step Guide

Caesar salad is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations. The combination of crisp romaine lettuce, crunchy croutons, tangy Parmesan cheese, and savory Caesar dressing has made it a popular choice for salads. While store-bought dressings can be convenient, there's nothing quite like the taste of a homemade Caesar salad dressing.

This recipe for the Best Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing is a winning combination of flavors that will elevate your salad to the next level. With s...

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Ingredients

  • 6 cloves garlic, peeled, divided
  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • 6 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, divided
  • 5 anchovy fillets, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 4 cups day-old bread, cubed
  • 1 head romaine lettuce, torn into bite-sized pieces

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Gather all ingredients.
  • Mince 3 cloves of garlic and place in a small bowl. Add mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, anchovies, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, and mustard; mix well to combine. Season to taste with salt and black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Slice remaining 3 cloves of garlic into quarters and add to hot oil. Cook and stir until brown, then remove garlic from pan. Cook bread cubes in hot flavored oil, turning frequently, until lightly browned; transfer onto a plate and season with salt and pepper.
  • Place lettuce in a large bowl. Add dressing, remaining Parmesan cheese, and seasoned bread cubes; toss well to coat.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
  • Nutrition

    384 cal.

    • Total Fat: 34g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 18mg
    • Sodium: 549mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Vitamin C: 16mg
    • Calcium: 126mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 212mg