Parmesan Caesar Salad Dressing-creamy, garlicky, with Parmesan cheese in every bite. This dressing is SO EASY to make and only takes 10 minutes!
Walk down the salad dressing aisle at your local supermarket and you’ll see a variety of different options. They look so colorful and pretty, especially in those beautiful designer glass jars. I’m especially scared to touch those in fear of knocking several off the shelf (I’m a bit of a clutz!).
Every week at the grocery store I found myself staring at bottles of dressing, trying to decide what flavor to try next. More times than not I ended up purchasing some fancy, high priced brand only to find out it tasted horrible. Most of the time it, was way too sweet when it should have been savory. So. I decided to start making homemade dressings. Parmesan Caesar Dressing is one of my favorites. It has a classic Caesar taste combined with the nuttiness of Parmesan cheese.
Parmesan Caesar Dressing only takes 5 to 10 minutes to make and lasts several days in the refrigerator. Traditional Caesar has raw eggs, but this dressing uses mayonnaise as a base. You can use freshly shredded or grated Parmesan cheese. If you use grated, I recommend you find a good quality cheese from the deli, not from a can on a shelf.
There are a couple of different ways to make this dressing. I’ve made it both ways and both work equally well.
Make the Dressing with a Bowl and Whisk
Using a garlic press, press the garlic into a medium bowl. The garlic can be minced if a garlic press isn’t available. Add the remaining ingredients and whisk until well combined.
Make the Dressing with a Hand Blender
Place all the ingredients in a tall, slender container or jar. Use a hand blender to combine the ingredients and make sure the garlic is thoroughly combined. No one likes a chunk of raw garlic in their dressing!
This recipe makes about 12 ounces (enough for 6, 2-ounce servings) and can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days. The dressing will thicken some after it is refrigerated. Enjoy and Happy Cooking!
- 1-1 1/2 teaspoons anchovy paste (to taste)
- 2 medium garlic cloves, minced or pressed
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 Tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice (juice from 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly shredded or grated
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Pinch black pepper
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Combine anchovy paste, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper in a bowl and whisk until well combined.
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If using a hand blender, place all ingredients in a tall, slender container or jar and use the hand blender to combine.
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Store Parmesan Caesar Dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
*Calories based on six 2 ounce servings.
I love this post! I am a sucker for dressing recipes and this one looks amazing. I can’t wait to try it ASAP… parmesan and garlic yummmm.
Thank you! I hope you enjoy it 🙂
This looks so yummy!
Thank you, Melissa!
It looks like an easy recipe to make!
Thank you! Hope you enjoy 🙂
Oh boy do I love Caesar salad. I could eat it every day. Thanks for this great dressing recipe!
Thank you, Paula! I know exactly what you mean 🙂
Thank you for the recipe! This looks so yummy and healthy!
Thank you, Shaylyn! I am glad you enjoyed the recipe 🙂
My husband loves Caesar Salad so I’m definitely trying this dressing,
Thank you, Michelle! I hope he enjoys it 🙂
Another great recipe. I love a fresh caesar salad. I will have to try this soon. Thanks
Thank you, Ritchie! I appreciate your comments and hope you enjoy the dressing 🙂
I love homemade salad dressings and this one looks extra tasty! Love all that parm!
Thank you, Allison! Homemade dressings are great because you get to control what goes into them. Unlike store bought brands that seem to be laden with extra sugar. Lord knows if you’re going to add anything extra you go cheese, always cheese lol!
Such pretty pictures!! This looks sos yummy!
Thank you, Kelly! I am thrilled you liked the recipe and thank you for commenting on the photos, Kim will be excited. 🙂
I love Ceasar salad – and good to know you can leave it in the fridge for a few days too – i’m cooking for one so i like making things that last a few days!
Thanks, Hal! I understand what you mean. Very few recipes are prepared for a single person household so I am glad you are still able to use this one 🙂
Caesar Salads are my favorite, and this one looks great – flavorful, but not too heavy. Can’t wait to try it!
Thank you, Hanna! I hope you enjoy the dressing 🙂
This recipe looks so great, and so easy! It’s one of my favorites 🙂
Thank you, Mallory! I am thrilled you enjoy the dressing. It’s one of our favorites too 🙂
I love any kind of dressing and enjoy making my own. This one looks so good!
Thank you, Poonam! Me too, I enjoy making homemade dressings as well 🙂
Caesar salad is my favorite type of salad, but sometimes store bought dressing isn’t that great. Thanks for the recipe–can’t wait to make some myself!
Thank you, Anne! I know exactly what you mean. The store bought ones always taste too sweet for me. I hope you enjoy it when you make it 🙂