Copycat Outback Steakhouse Caesar Salad Dressing
Description
This easy copycat Outback Steakhouse Caesar salad dressing tastes just like the restaurant—rich, creamy, garlicky, and tangy. Made in 10 minutes with no raw egg, it's perfect over crisp romaine, as a veggie dip, or as a sandwich spread.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tsp anchovy paste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, about 2 tbsp, juiced
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, anchovy paste, minced garlic, and Dijon mustard until smooth and well combined.
- Slowly stir in the fresh lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce until fully blended.
- Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until evenly incorporated—this thickens the dressing and builds authentic Caesar flavor.
- Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Go light on the salt; the anchovy and Parmesan are already salty.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors meld.
- Stir, then serve chilled over crisp romaine, or use as a dip or spread. If too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of water, olive oil, or lemon juice.
Equipment
- Medium-Sized Bowl
- Whisk
- Airtight container (for storing)
Notes
Storage: Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for 3–5 days. Because this dressing uses fresh garlic and no preservatives, use it within the week for the best flavor and food safety. Stir before each use—natural separation is normal. Do not freeze; the mayonnaise and cheese can split when thawed.
No anchovy paste? Mash 2–3 oil-packed anchovy fillets, or add a splash more Worcestershire sauce.
Make it vegan: Use vegan mayo and Parmesan, omit the anchovy, and add capers or vegan Worcestershire for the umami note.
For a creamier, traditional version: Whisk in one fresh or pasteurized egg yolk.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 226kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 369mgPotassium: 60mgFiber: 0.4gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 78IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 68mgIron: 0.3mg