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Vegan Caesar Dressing

Cultural Context

Vegan Caesar dressing is a plant-based take on the classic Caesar salad dressing, which traditionally includes anchovies and Parmesan cheese. This version maintains the creamy texture and umami flavor profile while being entirely free of animal products. It's a popular choice for those following a vegan diet and is often used in salads, as a dip, or a sauce. The dressing has gained popularity in recent years as more people seek healthier and more ethical food options.

AmericanUSother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3/4 teaspoon miso paste
2 tablespoons plant milk
2 teaspoons chopped capers
1/4 teaspoon salt
pinch of black pepper
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
up to 1/4 teaspoon wasabi
3 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
1/2 cup hummus

cashews

🥗Healthier: silken tofu

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Silken tofu provides creaminess with fewer calories.

nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: parmesan cheese alternative

Parmesan alternative adds similar umami flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive and neutral in flavor.

1

Whisk 3/4 teaspoon miso paste with 2 tablespoons plant milk to dissolve the paste as much as possible.

2

Add 2 teaspoons chopped capers and their brine to the mixture.

3

Stir in 1/4 teaspoon salt and a pinch of black pepper.

4

Add 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder and up to 1/4 teaspoon wasabi for some zing.

5

Splash in 3 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice and stir in 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast.

6

Finally, add 1/2 cup hummus and whisk to thicken the dressing.

7

Refrigerate in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Cooking Techniques

blending

Equipment Needed

whiskmixing bowlairtight container

Spice Level:

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Dietary

veganplant-baseddairy-free

Allergens

tree-nuts

Also Known As

Plant-Based Caesar DressingDairy-Free Caesar Dressing

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