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Creamy Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing No Anchovies

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A creamy, tangy Caesar salad dressing recipe that skips anchovies but keeps the classic flavor. Easy to make with simple pantry ingredients and perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt
  • ⅓ cup cottage cheese, small-curd and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Optional: 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Optional: 1-2 tablespoons water or milk

Instructions

  1. Prepare Ingredients (5 minutes): Mince the garlic finely and grate the Parmesan cheese. Drain the cottage cheese well to avoid watery dressing.
  2. Combine Base Ingredients (3 minutes): In a mixing bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup Greek yogurt, and ⅓ cup cottage cheese until smooth. If using a blender, pulse gently to blend but keep some texture.
  3. Add Flavors (2 minutes): Stir in minced garlic, 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce. Whisk until fully incorporated.
  4. Mix in Cheese and Seasonings (2 minutes): Add grated Parmesan, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Whisk thoroughly. Taste and adjust salt or lemon juice as needed.
  5. Adjust Consistency (1-2 minutes): If the dressing feels too thick, add 1 tablespoon olive oil or 1-2 tablespoons water/milk to thin it out. Whisk again to combine.
  6. Let It Rest (Optional, 15 minutes): For best flavor, let the dressing chill in the fridge for 15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Let the dressing rest in the fridge for 15 minutes to meld flavors. If too thick, thin with olive oil, water, or milk. Store in airtight container in fridge up to 3 days. Shake or whisk before use as separation is natural. Worcestershire sauce adds umami without anchovies; substitute with soy sauce or miso paste if needed.

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