This rich, tangy, and flavorful homemade Caesar dressing is easy to prepare, and will take all your homemade salads to the next level.
Ingredients
1 fresh lemon ($0.58)
3 cloves garlic ($0.12)
3 anchovy filets (packed in oil) ($0.58)
1/4 tsp freshly cracked black pepper ($0.04)
2 Tbsp Dijon mustard ($0.15)
1/2 cup mayonnaise ($0.54)
1/4 cup grated Parmesan ($0.78)
Instructions
1Zest and juice the lemon. You'll need about 3 Tbsp juice and 1 tsp lemon zest. Mince the garlic and anchovy filets. Reserve about ½ tsp of the oil from the anchovy container.
2Add the lemon juice, zest, minced garlic, minced anchovies, anchovy oil, and pepper to a bowl. Whisk to combine.
3Add the Dijon, mayonnaise, and grated Parmesan and whisk to combine again. Taste the dressing and adjust the ingredients to your liking. Serve with a fresh salad or you favorite foods.