Cheat’s Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe

This is a salad dressing I love making to accompany a pizza or pasta night. It goes down equally well as a side to a BBQ when we are entertaining. I am always asked, “what IS this?” It almost doesn’t deserve the attention it gets with how simple it is to make! It’s as easy as combining a few ingredients, and the result is a creamy, smooth dressing reminiscent of a Caesar salad dressing. I’ve kept this recipe simple, but you can add garlic croutons, crunchy bacon bits and anchovies to make it sing as a dish on its own.

Can you make Cheat’s Caesar Salad Dressing ahead of time?

Wash and dry lettuce. Store in an airtight container or reusable bag with a sheet of paper towel to absorb moisture. Keep for between 3-5 days.

Is Cheat’s Caesar Salad Dressing suitable for leftovers?

Once dressed, this salad is best served and eaten immediately.

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Cheat’s Caesar Salad Dressing Recipe

Cheat’s Caesar Salad Dressing

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  • Total Time: 5 mins
  • Yield: 2-4 1x

Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/3 cup store-bought whole egg mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 heaped tbsp Parmesan, freshly grated, plus extra to sprinkle on top
  • 1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 23 cups lettuce leaves such as cos/romaine lettuce (pictured), gem lettuce or oak leaf lettuce, washed

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients except lettuce in a large bowl.
  2. Add lettuce leaves and toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle with extra Parmesan to serve.

Notes

MAKE AHEAD

Wash and dry lettuce. Store in an airtight container or reusable bag with a sheet of paper towel to absorb moisture. Keep for between 3-5 days. 

LEFTOVERS

Once dressed, this salad is best served and eaten immediately.

  • Author: Nicole
  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Category: dressing, caesar dressing, caesar salad dressing
  • Method: combine
  • Cuisine: Italian