Keto Caesar Dressing
A rich caesar dressing made the real way, with anchovies, garlic, parmesan, and lemon. No sugar and no fillers.
The real thing, anchovies and all
A proper caesar dressing is already close to keto once you drop the crouton habit. The savory depth comes from anchovies, garlic, parmesan, and lemon, none of which bring meaningful carbs. Bottled versions cut the anchovy and add sugar and fillers, which is why they taste flat by comparison.
Do not skip the anchovies. They melt into the dressing and give it that unmistakable umami without tasting fishy. Blend or whisk everything until smooth, then let it rest so the garlic mellows. Spoon it over romaine, grilled chicken, or roasted vegetables for a fast, rich side.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (net carbs →)
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan (net carbs →)
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (net carbs →)
- 4 anchovy fillets, minced (net carbs →)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (net carbs →)
- 1/4 cup olive oil (net carbs →)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1Whisk together the mayonnaise, parmesan, lemon juice, anchovies, garlic, mustard, and Worcestershire until smooth.
- 2Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking to emulsify.
- 3Season with salt and pepper, then chill for 20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
Recipe FAQ
Do I have to use anchovies?
They are what gives caesar its signature savory depth, and they melt in so it does not taste fishy. If you truly cannot use them, a teaspoon of fish sauce is the closest substitute.
Is store bought caesar dressing keto?
Many are not, since they add sugar and use cheaper oils. Check the label, or make your own to keep the carbs near zero.
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