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3 Minute Skinny Caesar Dressing

By Kathi & Rachel

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Three Minute Skinny Caesar Dressing! – A super easy and flavorful caesar dressing that won’t chub you up! Made with simple ingredients, you will never miss the full fat version!

Skinny Caesar Dressing in mason jar

Who doesn’t love a really good Caesar Salad?!  It’s one of our faves.  But the dressing can be a hassle.  Raw egg.  A can of oily anchovies.  Short shelf life.  Sure, there is the store bought stuff, but it lacks the fresh flavor of homemade, not to mention pricy and fattening.  But here I am to save your Caesar day!

No egg, no oily can of fish, low calorie, big flavored dressing!

I posted this recipe years ago, and it is still a family favorite.  It was time for a recipe up-do! It’s the same recipe, I just increased the yield.  More is better!

Why is this 3 Minute Caesar Dressing a skinny recipe?  Only 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 52 calories a serving.  Can I get a whoo hoo!

So lets talk about anchovies.  I know you think you don’t like them…but if you like Caesar dressing than you like anchovies.  Anchovy flavor is what made you fall in love with the dressing in the first place!  If  you leave out the anchovies,  it will still be good, but it will not be Caesar.  It will be Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette. 

Cooking with anchovies can be really easy by using the paste instead of the tin of oily fish.      You can find it right by the canned anchovy. It comes in a tube.  I use Napolean  brand but I am sure any will do.   It has a long shelf life and you will be sure to have it on hand for many many batches of this tasty dressing. Trust me, you are going to make this a lot!

Skinny Caesar Dressing being poured from blender

I use a blender to mix this up but a wire whisk will work just as good.  Just mince your garlic very fine if hand whisking.   I have a Magic Bullet Blender .   I am not big on gadgets, I don’t even own a full size food processor, but I love this blender!  It’s small, powerful, and super easy to clean.

The dijon is a natural emulsifier and holds this yummy concoction together.  It won’t separate…not even after sitting in your fridge for a few days.

Skinny Caesar Dressing drizzling over romaine

This will keep in your refrigerator for about a week.  Like me, it gets better as it ages :).

You may also like this Chipotle Caesar Salad with Spicy Croutons! or this Crunchy Thai Chicken Salad with Peanut Dressing!

To healthy but flavorful salad dressings that won’t chub you up!

Clink!

Kathi

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Here’s a quick video of how we make it!

Skinny Caesar Dressing

3 Minute Skinny Caesar Dressing

A fast and fresh Caesar Dressing made with greek yogurt.
4.59 from 116 votes
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Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Servings: 12
Author: Kathi & Rachel

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 cup plain greek yogurt I use fat free
  • 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice about 2 lemons
  • 2 tablespoons dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons anchovy paste
  • 1 teaspoon worcestershire sauce
  • 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Add all ingredients to blender or food processor.
  • Blend for about 10 seconds until smooth. Taste for seasoning.  More salt, pepper, anchovy paste?
  • Store in glass or plastic container.   
  • Chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Makes about 1 1/2 cups of dressing.
If using a thicker brand of yogurt such as FAGE, you may want to thin with a couple tablespoons of milk.
This post  may contain affiliate links, which means I might receive a very small commission should you chose to purchase that linked item.  I only link to items I know and trust.  Thank you for your support!  Clink!

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoons | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 3.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.9g | Cholesterol: 4.2mg | Sodium: 164.9mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1.9g

 

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  1. Cranberry Run Campground says

    January 6, 2019 at 3:36 am

    5 stars
    I’m going to call this the “Ron Jeremy Dressing” – it’s got quite a wang. Poured it over shredded Brussels Sprouts and scallions, and it was delicious.

    Reply
    • Kristin says

      June 7, 2021 at 9:44 pm

      5 stars
      I was on the fence … but this comment sealed the deal. I’m making this dressing LOL!

      Reply
      • Kathi & Rachel says

        June 8, 2021 at 9:00 am

        I didn’t catch that comment…hilarious! Heck…think I’ll whip up a batch myself! LOL!

        Reply
  2. Dustin Winterowd says

    January 5, 2019 at 6:23 pm

    4 stars
    Hi! Great recipe and tastes amazing. Any reason why mine would turn out too gritty? Might be the parm?
    .

    Reply
    • LaughingSpatula.com says

      January 11, 2019 at 4:58 pm

      Hi Dustin – I would think it would have to be the parm. Some of the pre-shredded stuff is pretty firm. Maybe try fresh grated if you used pre-shredded and stick with the softer inside and never the rind. Hope that helps!

      Reply
  3. Deedeedee says

    January 5, 2019 at 5:29 am

    5 stars
    This sounds good. I’m probably going to have to make my salad a lot smaller because I use much more than 2 tablespoons of salad dressing on my monster salads. Usually when you get the calories or fat or carbs real low one of the other two seems to be ridiculously high to compensate, but not this one. I’ll give it a try.

    Reply
  4. Susan says

    October 10, 2018 at 4:40 pm

    5 stars
    Great recipe. Super easy and really tasty.

    Reply
  5. Lena Elzayn says

    September 28, 2018 at 6:54 pm

    5 stars
    Sounds amazing! Just pinned it and will try it next week! Thank you!

    Reply
  6. Jenna says

    June 20, 2018 at 1:38 pm

    How long does it keep in the fridge?

    Reply
  7. Brittany Johnston says

    February 1, 2018 at 1:37 pm

    Hi Kathy! I have been looking for a great healthy Caesar recipe and I can’t wait to try this recipe… I was wondering…. By any chance do you know how many weight watchers points this is?

    Reply
    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      February 1, 2018 at 5:42 pm

      I don’t have access to a WW points calculator but I do give the nutritional information. You can calculate if you are part of the program!

      Reply
  8. Bernadette says

    January 23, 2018 at 6:55 pm

    How long is this good for in the fridge?

    Reply
    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      January 24, 2018 at 4:09 pm

      I’d say 4 days is a safe bet.

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        June 5, 2019 at 5:30 pm

        All of the ingredients in this recipe have a decent shelf life in the refrigerator. Why only 4 days?

        Asking because I don’t think I can use it all that fast.

        Reply
        • LaughingSpatula.com says

          June 5, 2019 at 5:40 pm

          Keeping it on the safe side. But if the yogurt doesn’t break down then yes, another day or two would probably be okay!

          Reply
  9. Talis Berg says

    December 29, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    5 stars
    In search of low fat, low calorie salad dressing. This is a Big Win! I’ll probably experiment to bring the fat content down a little but at 3.5 grams for caesar salad dressing, who can complain? I’ll give up something else, so I can have this! So good I made up a salad right away to try it.

    Reply
  10. Elaine @Flavour and Savour says

    May 25, 2017 at 3:41 pm

    5 stars
    Just wanted to let you know this is now our official go-to Caesar Dressing! Love it!

    Reply
    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      May 26, 2017 at 12:46 am

      Oh my gosh thank you Elaine! Coming from such a great cook, that is a huge compliment!

      Reply
  11. Susan @ Culinary Envy says

    May 14, 2017 at 5:41 pm

    I adore Caesar Salads and your addition of yogurt is brillant! Can’t wait to try it.Pinned!

    Reply
  12. Elaine @Flavour and Savour says

    May 12, 2017 at 3:25 am

    5 stars
    Here’s a whoo hoo! from me! My hubby is a Caesar Salad fan but I hardly ever make it because . . . . . raw eggs! Great recipe. Pinned!

    Reply
    • Kathi @ LaughingSpatula.com says

      May 12, 2017 at 2:00 pm

      Thanks Elaine! Its surprisingly good and totally easy!

      Reply
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