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Low-Calorie Caesar Dressing

Low-Calorie Caesar Dressing

A recipe for low-calorie Caesar dressing in a homemade version, easy to prepare and delicious. 85 kcal and 6.5 grams of protein per serving

Nutrition values per 100 g

Calories

85 cal

Protein

6.5 g

Carbs

3 g

Fat

6 g

Difficulty

Easy

Prep time

5 min

Cook time

10 min

Servings

1 serving

Ingredients

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Scale
  • 2 large eggs

  • 8 anchovy fillets

  • 100 g of water

  • 1/4 teaspoon xanthan gum (or 4 g of cornstarch) Xanthan gumA powder that thickens sauces and doughs. A tiny amount goes a long way. Cornstarch works instead.

  • 30 g of lemon juice

  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard

  • 10 drops of monk fruit sweetener/sucralose Monk fruit / sucralose sweetenerA zero-calorie liquid sweetener. Add it by the drop, to taste.

  • 2 garlic cloves (medium/large)

  • A little salt and pepper

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Method

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  1. Cook the eggs in boiling water.

  2. If you use cornstarch - mix 50 grams of water with 4 grams of cornstarch and heat in the microwave until it bubbles and thickens.

  3. Peel the hard-boiled eggs.

  4. Process the eggs together with all the ingredients in a blender or food processor on low power until a smooth creamy texture.

Small tips that make a difference

  • Let the dressing rest an hour in the fridge so the flavours come together.

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in the dressing?
About 85 calories per 100g, compared with roughly 450 in a commercial caesar dressing - with no mayo and no oil.
How long does it keep?
About a week in an airtight container in the fridge. It may thicken slightly; loosen it with a spoon of water.
Can I make it without eggs?
The eggs are the base of the emulsion, so an egg-free version needs a different recipe. Use pasteurised eggs if you have concerns.

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