Cottage Cheese Caesar Dressing
A refreshing twist on the classic Caesar dressing featuring cottage cheese for a creamy texture and a nutritious flavor without the heaviness.
Ingredients
For the dressing
- 1/3 cup cottage cheese Use low-fat for a lighter option.
- 1/3 cup almond milk Can substitute with regular or nut-free milk.
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Use high-quality parmesan for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup light olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice Use fresh lemon juice for better flavor.
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder Adjust according to taste.
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce For a vegan version, use vegan Worcestershire sauce.
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients: cottage cheese, almond milk, freshly grated parmesan cheese, light olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the cottage cheese and almond milk and blend until smooth.
- Add the freshly grated parmesan cheese, light olive oil, and lemon juice, and blend until well combined.
- Incorporate garlic powder and Worcestershire sauce, blending on high until the dressing is creamy and uniform, scraping down the sides if necessary.
- Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon juice for tartness or salt for seasoning.
- Pour the dressing into a clean container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
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Notes
This dressing can be used on salads, as a dip for vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled chicken or roasted vegetables. Always store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.