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    Vegan Caesar Dressing (5 Minutes)

    Published: Aug 30, 2018 Updated: Nov 4, 2021 by Alison Andrews This post may contain affiliate links

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    Vegan Caesar Dressing

    Creamy vegan caesar dressing that is ready in 5 minutes! Super simple, cheesy, garlicky and perfect as a dressing or dip. 

    Vegan caesar dressing in a white bowl with a spoon, surrounded by croutons and romaine lettuce.

    I’ve been trying to figure out the best way to describe this vegan caesar dressing, because one of the words that comes to mind doesn’t sound super appealing, yet this dressing is totally delicious!

    But really, when you want to be accurate about how it tastes, words like ‘cheesy’, ‘garlicky’ and ‘fishy’ come to mind.

    I mean okay ‘cheesy’ and ‘garlicky’ are all well and good but I’m thinking ‘fishy’ isn’t the best word to use to describe something vegan! But it’s ‘fishy’ in the way seaweed is fishy, there’s nothing actually fishy in here but the taste is there. In a good way!

    Traditionally a caesar dressing uses anchovies and parmesan, and garlic of course to create those flavors. We went with nutritional yeast, some capers and crushed garlic! And it worked like a charm.

    This vegan caesar dressing is so delicious, you’ll want to put it on everything, not just your vegan caesar salad (though you definitely want to put it on that).

    Vegan caesar dressing in a white bowl with a spoon.

    How To Make Vegan Caesar Dressing

    You will find full instructions and measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. This is a summary of the process to go along with the process photos.

    Making it is a breeze, it’s just a case of throwing the ingredients into a jug and blending it up with an immersion blender. Or alternatively, throw it all into the jug of your regular blender and blend it up like that.

    You do need to blend (as opposed to just whisking everything together) because of those capers. Blending is the easiest way to get those capers nicely mixed in.

    Process photos showing the making of a vegan caesar dressing.

    Vegan mayonnaise creates the base of this recipe and to that you add dijon mustard, nutritional yeast, crushed garlic, lemon juice, soy sauce, maple syrup, olive oil, white vinegar and capers!

    The result is sensational! It will jazz up any salad to the max and also would make a great dip for chips!

    Vegan caesar dressing in a white bowl with a spoon.

    Storing Tips

    Keep leftovers stored in the fridge where it will stay good for up to 5 days.

    It’s not ideal for freezing.

    Vegan caesar dressing in a white bowl with a spoon.

    More Vegan Salad Dressings

    1. Tahini Salad Dressing
    2. Vegan Ranch Dressing
    3. Vegan Green Goddess Dressing
    4. Cashew Dressing
    5. Vegan Blue Cheese Dressing
    6. Vegan Thousand Island Dressing

    Did you make this recipe? Be sure to leave a comment and rating below!

    Vegan caesar dressing in a white bowl with a spoon.

    Vegan Caesar Dressing (5 Minutes)

    Creamy vegan caesar dressing that is ready in 5 minutes! Super simple, cheesy, garlicky and perfect as a dressing or dip.
    4.99 from 112 votes
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    Course: Dip, Dressing, Gluten-Free, Savory
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Diet: Vegan
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories: 104kcal
    Author: Alison Andrews

    Ingredients

    • 1 Tbsp Dijon Mustard
    • 2 Tbsp Nutritional Yeast
    • ½ cup Vegan Mayonnaise
    • 1 tsp Crushed Garlic
    • 2 tsp Capers
    • 2 Tbsp Lemon Juice
    • 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce*
    • 1 Tbsp Maple Syrup
    • 1 Tbsp Olive Oil Extra Virgin
    • ¼ tsp Distilled White Vinegar
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    Instructions

    • Add all the ingredients to a measuring jug and blend up with an immersion blender.
    • Alternatively add all ingredients to blender jug and blend until smooth.
    • Serve as a dressing for a vegan caesar salad or any salad, or as a dip.

    Video

    Notes

    1. Use a gluten-free soy sauce or switch for tamari if you want this dressing to be gluten-free.
    2. This is delicious served with our vegan caesar salad. But it’s also great as a dressing for any salad, or served as a dip. 
    3. Keep leftovers stored in the fridge where it will stay good for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2Tbsp | Calories: 104kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.4g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 9.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.8g | Sodium: 225mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 2.5g
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    Hi I'm Alison Andrews, I'm the voice and cook behind Loving It Vegan. I love making delicious vegan food and creating vegan versions of all your old favorites, so that you’ll never feel like you’re missing out. Find out more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Kay says

      July 04, 2023 at 6:16 pm

      Heavenly tasting dressing that’s become my new summer favourite. Wow I love it and didn’t change a thing . Thank you so much5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 05, 2023 at 12:34 pm

        You’re welcome Kay! Thanks for your great review!

        Reply
    2. Hillary Hansen says

      June 13, 2023 at 2:22 am

      I make this all the time now, it has the best umami flavor, thank you!5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine Van Zyl says

        June 15, 2023 at 11:40 am

        Thanks so much for your great review Hillary!

        Reply
    3. Tanya says

      May 30, 2023 at 3:55 pm

      I was looking for a vegan recipe to substitute for my very expensive store bought one, and feeding 6 people I ran out pretty quickly. This is the winner! Simply perfect flavor. We use it on everything now.
      What a great base for other additions if I feel creative too!! Thank you for posting this.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 10, 2023 at 1:51 pm

        That’s great to hear Tanya! Thanks for your great review!

        Reply
    4. Michele says

      May 27, 2023 at 3:30 am

      I have made many Vegan Caesar dressing recipes, this one trumps all ! Seriously, you need not seek further. Its easy to make and delicious! This recipe is superb! enjoy! 🙂5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 10, 2023 at 2:03 pm

        That’s great to hear Michele! Happy to hear you enjoy the recipe! Thanks for your review! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Camille montgomery says

      March 29, 2023 at 2:22 am

      10 out of 10! This was so good! Loved the capers and fresh lemon juice!5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 14, 2023 at 9:50 am

        Happy to hear you enjoyed the recipe! Thanks for your great review!

        Reply
    6. Jennifer says

      March 17, 2023 at 7:11 pm

      Note: used water and vegan Worcestershire instead of soy sauce and maple syrup.
      Absolutely delicious Caesar dressing. Consistency & taste was quite authentic. Will be making this again for everyday salads, not just special occasion Caesars. Thank you.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 14, 2023 at 9:50 am

        Thanks for sharing and for your great review Jennifer!

        Reply
    7. Liza Lancaster says

      March 11, 2023 at 3:18 pm

      I tried this, it is so DELICIOUS. From now on this is what Im going to be using thanks for sharing.5 stars

      Reply
      • Nadine @ Loving It Vegan says

        July 14, 2023 at 9:51 am

        So glad you enjoyed the recipe Liza! Thanks for your great review!

        Reply
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