Caesar Salad Dressing

Name: Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese; 2 tsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard; 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce; 1/2 tsp minced garlic; salt, to taste; black pepper, to taste; 1/8 cup olive oil; 1/4 tsp red wine vinegar

This homemade Caesar salad dressing is a quick mayo-based copycat that delivers creamy, savory flavor in minutes. Use it on salads, grain bowls, or as a vegetable dip.

🍴Copycat

🌍American 🏷️Caesar dressing 🏷️Salad dressing 🏷️Parmesan 🏷️Creamy Savory

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Total

5 min

Servings

1

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$20–$33

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp Dijon mustard
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp minced garlic
salt, to taste
black pepper, to taste
1/8 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp red wine vinegar

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, grated Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and minced garlic.
2
Season with a shake of salt and a dash of black pepper.
3
Add the olive oil and red wine vinegar to the bowl.
4
Mix all ingredients together until the dressing is smooth and well combined.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Whisk ingredients together in a bowl until smooth; do not use a blender, which can overwork the mayo and make it thin or break.
Add salt and pepper at the end and taste as you go—Parmesan and Worcestershire are both salty, so you may need less salt than expected.
For best flavor, use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-grated; pre-grated versions contain anti-caking agents that cloud the dressing.
If the dressing becomes too thick, thin it with 1 tablespoon of water or milk at a time until you reach the desired consistency.

Substitutions

Mayonnaise → Greek yogurt (1/3 cup, tangier flavor and lighter texture)
Lemon juice → lime juice (1.5 tsp, adds brightness with slight citrus shift)
Dijon mustard → whole grain mustard (slightly more texture, same flavor function)
Worcestershire sauce → soy sauce (use 1/4 tsp, adds umami with saltier profile)

Storage & make-ahead

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Thin with water or milk if it thickens upon standing.

Common Questions

Can I make this dressing ahead of time?

Yes. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir before serving; thin with a splash of milk or water if it thickens.

What can I substitute for mayonnaise?

Greek yogurt works as a tangy, lighter swap (use 1/3 cup). Sour cream is also viable but will taste slightly more sour.

Can I use this as a dip?

Yes. For a thicker dip consistency, reduce the olive oil by half or add an extra tablespoon of Parmesan cheese.

Is this recipe dairy-free?

No—it contains mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, and Worcestershire sauce (which may contain anchovies). Use vegan mayo and nutritional yeast for a dairy-free version.