Creamy Homemade Caesar Dressing (Healthy & No Mayo)

If you love the tangy kick of a Caesar salad but don't love the heavy calories of mayonnaise or the fuss of raw eggs, this Homemade Caesar Dressing is going to become your new go-to.

My wife discovered this recipe over 25 years ago, and it has been a staple in our house ever since. It strikes the perfect balance: it is rich and creamy thanks to the plain yogurt, but it keeps that classic savory punch that makes a Caesar salad so delicious. Best of all? It comes together in a single bowl in minutes.

Why You’ll Love This Yogurt Caesar Dressing

• No Anchovies: We get that savory depth from Worcestershire sauce instead of whole fish, making this pantry-friendly.
• Egg-Free & Mayo-Free: Traditional recipes use raw egg yolks or heavy mayo. This uses yogurt for a lighter, gut-friendly base.
• Quick Prep: No blender or food processor needed—just a whisk and a bowl.

What You Will Need:

• ⅓ cup of plain yogurt (dairy free will do just fine)
• 2 tablespoons of lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon of olive oil
• 2 teaspoons of red wine vinegar
• 2 teaspoons of worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon of dijon mustard
• 1 garlic clove smashed or pressed
• ½ teaspoon of fresh cracked pepper

Preparing the Caesar Dressing Recipe

• Prep the Garlic: Start by smashing or pressing your fresh garlic clove. If you want a milder garlic flavor, let the garlic sit in the lemon juice for a minute before mixing.
• Whisk: In a small mixing bowl or a glass jar, combine the yogurt, olive oil, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, and acids.
• Season: Add the cracked black pepper and whisk vigorously until the dressing is smooth and creamy.
• Taste Test: Dip a piece of lettuce in to test. Does it need more pepper? A pinch of salt? Adjust to your liking before serving.

This Ceasar salad would go well with my artichoke and pasta recipe!

There are other great sauces and dressings on my site! Click here to try them!

Recipe

Creamy Homemade Caesar Dressing (Healthy & No Mayo)

Author: Dan Harper

50kcal

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Prep 10 minutes mins

Cook 0 minutes mins

Combining ingredients in a bowl 3 minutes mins

Total 13 minutes mins

This Caesar dressing recipe is quick and easy Just a few ingredients and you are ready to serve! Our kids love it!

Servings 4 servings

Course Salad

Cuisine American

Ingredients

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• ▢ ⅓ cup  plain yogurt (dairy free will do just fine)
• ▢ 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• ▢ 1 tablespoon olive oil
• ▢ 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• ▢ 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
• ▢ 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• ▢ 1 garlic clove smashed or pressed
• ▢ ½ teaspoon fresh cracked pepper

Method

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1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and chill in fridge.

Nutrition

Serving4servingsCalories50kcalCarbohydrates3gProtein1gFat4gSaturated Fat1gPolyunsaturated Fat0.4gMonounsaturated Fat3gCholesterol3mgSodium63mgPotassium73mgFiber0.2gSugar1gVitamin A25IUVitamin C4mgCalcium32mgIron0.3mg

Notes

• Dairy-Free Option: To make this recipe dairy-free, simply swap the yogurt for an equal amount of plain, unsweetened almond milk yogurt or coconut milk yogurt. Make sure it is unsweetened, or the dressing will taste like dessert!
• Make it Vegan: If you are cooking for a strict vegan diet, be careful with the Worcestershire sauce, as traditional brands contain anchovies (fish). Look for a "Vegan Worcestershire" or substitute with Tamari/Soy Sauce for that umami flavor.
• Consistency: If you use a thick Greek-style yogurt, you may need to whisk in 1 teaspoon of water or milk to reach your desired pouring consistency.
• Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake or whisk well before serving, as natural separation may occur.

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