Description
This Creamy Cottage Cheese Caesar Dressing offers a healthier twist on the classic Caesar, using low-fat cottage cheese and almond milk to create a smooth, rich, and tangy dressing without heavy creams or mayonnaise. Perfect for adding a burst of flavor to your salads with a creamy texture and a balanced blend of savory, zesty, and cheesy notes.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese (low fat preferred for lighter dressing)
- 1/3 cup almond milk (unsweetened, plain)
- 1/3 cup fresh parmesan cheese (finely grated for smooth texture)
- 1/4 cup light olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp Dijon mustard (e.g., Grey Poupon for classic flavor)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- dashes of freshly ground pepper
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Collect all the needed ingredients: cottage cheese, almond milk, parmesan cheese, light olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and dried parsley to prepare for making the dressing.
- Combine the Base Ingredients: Place the cottage cheese, almond milk, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese into a blender or chopper cup. These ingredients form the creamy base that gives the dressing its rich texture.
- Add Remaining Ingredients: Add the light olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and dried parsley to the blender. These components bring in layers of flavor and seasoning to the dressing.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible clumps, ensuring all flavors are well combined.
- Adjust Thickness if Needed: Check the consistency of your dressing. If you prefer it thinner, gradually blend in additional almond milk, a small amount at a time, until the desired texture is reached.
- Store and Serve: Pour the dressing into a clean mason jar or airtight container for storage. When ready, drizzle over your favorite salad and enjoy the fresh, creamy Caesar flavor.
Notes
- Use low-fat cottage cheese for a lighter dressing without compromising creaminess.
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese ensures a smoother texture and better flavor integration.
- Adjust the amount of almond milk to personalize the dressing’s thickness.
- This dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days; shake or stir before using.
- For a more garlicky punch, consider adding freshly minced garlic instead of garlic powder.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Creamy Cottage Cheese Caesar Dressing, Healthy Caesar Dressing, Low Fat Salad Dressing, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Cottage Cheese Dressing, Almond Milk Dressing
