Yogurt Based Caesar Dressing

Elevate your salads with this creamy and tangy Yogurt-Based Caesar Dressing, a lighter twist on the classic recipe. Made with protein-rich Greek yogurt, savory Parmesan cheese, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dressing delivers all the bold flavors you love without the heaviness of traditional versions. A touch of olive oil and optional anchovy paste provide richness and authentic Caesar flavor, while a clove of garlic adds a delightful kick. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dressing is perfect for tossing with crisp romaine, drizzling over roasted veggies, or serving as a dip. Healthy, delicious, and easy to make—this is the homemade Caesar dressing you'll turn to time and time again!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 clove Garlic clove (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Anchovy paste (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, grated Parmesan cheese, and fresh lemon juice.

Step 2

Whisk in the olive oil and Worcestershire sauce until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.

Step 3

Add the Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. If using anchovy paste, add it at this step.

Step 4

Stir the dressing thoroughly until all the ingredients are fully incorporated.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Step 7

Use the dressing over crisp romaine lettuce for a classic Caesar salad or as a tangy dip for veggies.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	346.9 grams (346.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	546

Total Fat 40.10g	51%
Saturated Fat 11.50g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.80g
Cholesterol 46mg	15%
Sodium 2024mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 14.80g	5%
Dietary Fiber 0.40g	1%
Total Sugars 10.00g
Protein 33.90g	68%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 527mg	41%
Iron 1mg	6%
Potassium 457mg	10%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.9%

Protein: 24.4%

Carbs: 10.7%