Best Lighter Caesar Salad Dressing Recipes

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QUICK & LIGHT CAESAR DRESSING



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What a joy it was to discover this super creamy and luscious sauce that can be made in 5 minutes or less and is good on almost any salad or as a dip.

Provided by Hallie Harron | Simple Nourished Living

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
Zest of 1 medium lemon
Salt and pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Whisk together all the ingredients in a medium sized bowl, seasoning lightly with salt and pepper.
  • Store in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 tablespoon, Calories 37 kcal, Carbohydrate 0.3 g, Protein 0.1 g, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 0.1 g

HOMEMADE CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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My family loves this rich and creamy Caesar salad dressing. It's not overly garlicky or fishy -- it's just right.

Provided by Jennifer Segal, adapted from Gourmet magazine

Categories     Salads

Time 10m

Yield Makes 1⅓ cups (enough for about 10 starter salads)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 small garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon anchovy paste (see note)
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, from one lemon
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (I like the brand Maille)
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 cup mayonnaise, best quality such as Hellmann's Real
½ cup freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the garlic, anchovy paste, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce. Add the mayonnaise, Parmigiano-Reggiano, salt and pepper and whisk until well combined. Taste and adjust to your liking. The dressing will keep well in the fridge for about a week.
  • Note: Anchovy paste can be found near the canned tuna in the supermarket.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize About 2 tablespoons, Calories 184, Fat 19g, Carbohydrate 1g, Protein 2g, SaturatedFat 1g, Sugar 0g, Fiber 0g, Sodium 296mg, Cholesterol 13mg

PERFECT CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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Everyone raves about Caesar salad, but few realize it is so simple to make at home. Add this Caesar dressing on top of chopped romaine lettuce, croutons and parmesan cheese for a perfect salad. -Jane McGlothren, Daphne, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1.25 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 pasteurized large egg yolks
2 garlic cloves
2 tablespoons anchovy paste
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
dash hot pepper sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine the first 10 ingredients; cover and process until blended. While processing, gradually add oil in a steady stream. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 68mg cholesterol, Sodium 328mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LIGHTER CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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The original recipe is from Healthy Helpings by Norene Gilletz. It is creamy good and doesn't taste light.

Provided by Sageca

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 1/2 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup nonfat yogurt
1/4 cup low-fat mayonnaise
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients and mix well;chill.
  • Delicious over Romaine lettuce or spinach.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172.2, Fat 5.1, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 17.9, Sodium 787.4, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 13.1, Protein 16.1

LIGHT CREAMY CAESAR SALAD DRESSING



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Make and share this Light Creamy Caesar Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by evelync

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 7m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/2 cup skim milk
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 teaspoons mustard
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic
white sliced bread
olive oil
garlic

Steps:

  • Puree in food processor.
  • Croutons-Brush bread with olive oil and bake at 350 till golden.
  • Remove from oven and gently brush surface of bread with a cut clove of garlic.
  • Remove crust and cube.
  • Toss with romain lettuce,dressing and extra parmisan cheese.

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