Vegan Caesar Dressing
on Jul 27, 2020, Updated Sep 04, 2024
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This vegan caesar salad dressing is healthy, easy to make, nut-free and contains no oil. It’s perfect for classic caesar salads and also works well as a dip, spread or sauce.
About the Recipe
If you’re looking for a go-to dairy-free caesar dressing, this is perfect! It’s super easy to make, nut-free and tastes just like the real thing. Here’s what you’ll love about it:
- Vegan, gluten-free and nut-free.
- Whip is up in seconds with just a few simple ingredients.
- This dressing is oil-free and actually rich in plant-based protein.
- You’ll be surprised by the briny, tangy flavour and creamy texture.
- Use for salads and bowls or as a dip or sauce or things like fries, pizza, pita or roasted vegetables.
- Uses soft tofu instead of mayo or cashews.
- Perfect for making plant-based caesar salad at home.
You can use this dressing with any of these recipes:
- Vegan Kale Caesar Salad
- Vegan Buffalo Cauliflower Wraps
- Buffalo Cauliflower Kale Salad
- Spicy Chickpea Wraps with Spinach and Avocado
- Roasted Chickpea Kale Salad
Ingredients
- Tofu: The recipe calls for soft tofu. You can use silken tofu but I use regular soft tofu. Just drain the water from the package before use.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic or garlic powder works. I prefer garlic powder here for convenience but if you love garlic, garlic cloves will add more bite.
- Dijon: Any variety of dijon mustard works.
- Miso Paste: Make sure you use the miso paste, it really makes the dressing! You can use white or yellow miso paste.
- Garlic: Fresh garlic or garlic powder works, I actually prefer garlic powder but if you really love garlic, cloves will add a bit more bite.
- Lemon and Apple Cider Vinegar: I like the combo of both of these for the ideal tanginess. If you don’t have apple cider vinegar, you can use white wine vinegar or white vinegar.
This list is not complete. Please see the recipe card at the end of the post for the complete ingredient list with measurements and detailed instructions.
Step-by-Step Instructions
To make this dressing, blend everything up until smooth and creamy. If you need to adjust the thickness, add water 1 teaspoon, blend again and repeat as needed until it reaches your desired consistency.
Storing
- Store in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Makes enough for 1 large caesar salad that would serve 4.
- Feel free to double if you want to make extra and store in the fridge.
More Vegan Sauces
- Almond Satay Sauce
- Maple Dijon Dressing
- Miso Tahini Dressing
- Cilantro Tahini Dressing
- Cilantro Chimichurri Sauce
- Miso Sesame Dressing
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Vegan Caesar Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup heaping soft tofu, 150 g
- 2 cloves garlic or 2 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1 tbsp dijon mustard
- 2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Blend all ingredients until smooth and creamy.
- To adjust thickness, add water 1 teaspoon at a time, blend again, check and repeat as needed until it reaches your desired consistency.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Ooooo yes….. I’ve been on the hunt for a good vegan Caesar. So many just miss the tang that it needs… This was pretty damn solid as is. Right away I chopped up an entire head of romaine, and made a giant salad.
The only change I made was subbing the tofu for vegan mayo, just because that’s what I had on hand. Worked perfectly, and didn’t need blending… Next time I’ll have to try it with Tofu, which I’m sure would be a healthier option to the mayo, but the mayo might add a certain richness….
My husband and I just made this dressing and LOVED IT!!! It is so flavorful. Thank you!
I didn’t have silky tofu and used semi firm, lovely and thick so needed extra water. Nice flavour combo.thanks
I see that some say it taste exactly like the original Caesar dressing, I would say it is an amazing replica of Caesar dressing but not exactly. It will definitely be my “go to” forever more and it is adjustable to your liking (as any recipe)I used fresh garlic and lots of it and it was amazing! I also love the natural ingredients that it’s made with. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for trying it!
So easy and so delicious! The best vegan Caesar dressing I’ve tried.
Perfect! Glad you enjoyed it, Erin…and I would have to agree!