Description

This easy Caesar Salad Dressing recipe combines luscious plant-based creaminess with zesty lemon and the unique depth of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) to create a fresh, creamy, and irresistibly tangy dressing. Perfect for romaine, mixed greens, or any salad, it delivers a smooth, flavorful finish that elevates any salad into a culinary celebration.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise (plant-based)
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (natural)
1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Savory Elements

1 garlic clove, finely minced
1 tablespoon vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan-style cheese (plant-based)

Emulsifier and Texture

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Seasoning

Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prepare the base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise (plant-based), fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard (natural), and apple cider vinegar until the mixture is smooth and creamy. This creates the flavorful foundation of your Caesar Salad Dressing.
Add the savory elements: Finely mince the garlic clove and stir it into the dressing along with the vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) and grated Parmesan-style cheese (plant-based). Mixing these adds the iconic umami punch.
Incorporate olive oil and natural gelling agent: Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil while whisking continuously to develop a silky, emulsified texture. Sprinkle in the natural gelling agent and whisk well to ensure a luscious consistency that clings beautifully to salad leaves.
Season and adjust: Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste and give the dressing a final whisk. Taste the dressing and if desired, tweak the lemon juice or apple cider vinegar for a brighter tang. Your Caesar Salad Dressing is now ready to elevate any salad!

Notes

Use freshly squeezed lemon juice and freshly cracked black pepper to maximize flavor.
Whisk olive oil in slowly to emulsify and avoid separation.
Adjust acidity carefully to your taste by balancing lemon juice and apple cider vinegar.
Minced garlic should be very fine or pressed for even flavor distribution.
Add the Parmesan-style cheese (plant-based) last to maintain its texture and prevent clumping.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizers
Method: No Cooking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 90
Sugar: 0.5g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 1g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Caesar Salad Dressing, Plant-based Caesar Dressing, Vegan Caesar Dressing, Creamy Salad Dressing, Vegetarian Dressing, Tangy Salad Sauce