5-Minute Vegan Caesar Dressing

5-Minute Vegan Caesar Dressing

from minimalistbaker.com
5 min
8 servings

A creamy, hummus-based vegan Caesar Dressing in just 5 minutes with simple ingredients! The perfect plant-based dressing for salads.

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup plain hummus (store-bought or DIY)
  • 1 tsp spicy mustard
  • 1/2 tsp lemon zest
  • 2-3 Tbsp lemon juice, to taste
  • 2 tsp capers (finely minced/smashed, plus 3 tsp brining juice as original recipe is written- adjust amount if altering batch size)
  • 4-5 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 healthy pinch each sea salt + pepper (more to taste)
  • 1-2 Tbsp olive oil (optional // for added creaminess)
  • 1-2 tsp maple syrup (optional)

Directions

  1. 1

    To a small mixing bowl, add hummus, spicy mustard, lemon zest + juice, minced capers + brining juice, and minced garlic, and whisk thoroughly to combine. Olive oil is optional, but will add a bit more creaminess.

  2. 2

    Add a little hot water to thin until pourable and whisk until creamy and smooth (see photo). Taste and adjust flavor as needed, adding more salt and pepper, lemon juice, or minced garlic if desired! Maple syrup will help offset how salty and briney this dressing is, if you find you need it (I did not).

  3. 3

    Use immediately, or store in the refrigerator up to 5-7 days.

  4. 4

    This dressing is delicious on kale, romaine, and arugula. It would also be great on roasted vegetables, especially Brussels sprouts and potatoes. Top with a little vegan parmesan cheese for the ultimate Caesar salad experience.