Description

This creamy Miso Caesar Dressing offers a unique twist on the classic Caesar by incorporating savory white miso paste for depth and umami. Perfectly balanced with garlic, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce, and enriched with Parmesan cheese and extra virgin olive oil, this dressing brings a rich, tangy flavor to salads, especially crisp romaine. Easy to whisk together and can be refrigerated to meld flavors or served immediately for a fresh and bright Caesar experience.

Ingredients

Scale

Base Ingredients

1 Egg Yolk
1 tsp. White Miso Paste
2 Garlic Cloves (pressed or very finely minced)

Flavor Enhancers

2 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce
1 tbsp. Dijon Mustard
1/4 cup finely grated Parmesan Cheese

Oils and Acids

3 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 tsp. Red Wine Vinegar
1 tsp. Lemon Juice

Seasoning

Sea Salt (to taste)
Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (to taste)

Instructions

Combine Base Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together the egg yolk, white miso paste, and pressed garlic cloves until thoroughly combined to create a flavorful base.
Add Flavor Enhancers: Whisk in Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, and finely grated Parmesan cheese, ensuring the mixture is smooth and evenly mixed.
Emulsify with Olive Oil: Slowly drizzle in the extra virgin olive oil drop by drop while continuously whisking to emulsify the dressing. Continue until fully incorporated and the dressing slightly thickens.
Incorporate Acids and Seasonings: Stir in red wine vinegar and lemon juice, then taste the dressing and season with sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper according to your preference.
Chill and Serve: Cover the dressing and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. If short on time, it can be served immediately. Pair it with crunchy romaine lettuce, extra grated Parmesan, and more freshly cracked pepper for a classic Caesar experience.

Notes

Use fresh egg yolk from a trusted source or pasteurized eggs for food safety.
White miso paste lends a milder, sweeter umami flavor compared to darker miso varieties.
Slow drizzling of olive oil is key to emulsifying and thickening the dressing.
The dressing can be refrigerated up to 2 days; whisk before serving as separation can occur.
Adjust garlic and lemon juice amounts to personal taste if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dressing
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Miso Caesar Dressing, Caesar Salad Dressing, Miso Dressing, Umami Dressing, Creamy Salad Dressing, Homemade Caesar Dressing, Salad Sauce