Caesar Dressing with Anchovies
A delectable Caesar salad dressing tailored to fit the Mediterranean diet. High in flavor and with a rich creamy consistency, this heart-healthy recipe can compete with the finest restaurants.
Servings: 12
Calories: 108kcal
Ingredients
- 4 canned anchovies fillets
- 3/4 cup avocado oil mayonnaise or olive oil mayonnaise
- 1 clove garlic grated
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp white wine vinegar
- 1 oz freshly grated Parmesan cheese about 1 cup
- 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Drain the anchovies and chop them coarsely, then mash them into a paste with the back of your knife.
- Place in a medium bowl. Add mayonnaise, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, vinegar, Parmesan, Worcestershire, salt and pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a tablespoon of water at a time and whisk until you reach your desired consistency.
- Refrigerate until use (it tastes better after it has rested a bit and the flavors have blended together).
- Will keep a few days in the refrigerator.
Notes
This recipe makes about 1-1/2 cups of dressing. Nutrition information is for a serving of 2 tablespoons.
If you have time to make your own mayonnaise, it is even better. However, if you are afraid of raw eggs or short on time, a good quality store bought mayonnaise made with avocado or olive oil and minimal ingredients is a convenient option.
To serve, toss with fresh romaine lettuce, top with extra anchovies and shaved Parmesan, and a side of crusty bread (as an option, add homemade croutons to the toppings).
Nutrition
Calories: 108kcal | Total Carbohydrate: 1g | Protein: 1g | Total Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 287mg | Potassium: 14mg | Dietary Fiber: 0.04g | Total Sugars: 0.2g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Vitamin D: 0.04µg | Calcium: 23mg | Iron: 0.1mg