If you want to boost the umami in your next salad, try this Miso Caesar Dressing. Ready in about 5 minutes, it’s so flavorful you’ll want to use it beyond salads. Silky and savory, it works as a dip, spread, or sauce for roasted vegetables, bowls, wraps, grilled chicken, and more.
Up the flavor of Caesar dressing!
I first tasted miso Caesar dressing at a restaurant and immediately wanted to recreate it at home. After several rounds of testing I landed on a balance of umami, salt, and acidity that elevates the classic Caesar profile without overpowering it.
It’s now a fridge staple because it comes together so quickly. I blend it in about 5 minutes and use it on salads, grain bowls, and grilled meats. At a recent neighborhood gathering the first reaction when I served this dressing was a surprised “WOW!”—and it’s easy to see why.
I hope you love the bright, savory punch this miso Caesar brings to your meals.
Key ingredients
Below are notes on a few ingredients to help you shop with confidence. The full ingredient list with measurements is in the recipe card.
- White miso paste (shiro miso) – fermented the shortest time, white miso is slightly sweet and milder than other types. I recommend using white miso here so it complements the dressing without dominating it.
- Kewpie mayonnaise – any mayonnaise will work, but Japanese-style mayonnaise like Kewpie is richer and creamier because it’s made with egg yolks only. If you prefer a classic mayo, it will still yield a delicious dressing.
Instructions
Combine all the ingredients in a blender and process until smooth. That’s all it takes—simple, creamy, and flavorful.
Ways to use it
- Dip it. This dressing makes a fantastic dip for raw vegetables, french fries, or chicken tenders.
- Toss it. Toss 4 cups of chopped romaine with about 1/4 cup dressing, then top with Parmesan, croutons, and black pepper for a quick Caesar salad.
- Drizzle it. A drizzle over roasted or grilled vegetables adds depth and savory richness.
- Spread it. Use the dressing as a spread on sandwiches, wraps, or burgers to add an umami boost.
It’s also lovely in pasta salads, drizzled over pizza, or in bowls like buffalo chicken Caesar. Once you try it, you’ll want to put it on everything.
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Miso Caesar Dressing
Ingredients
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup avocado oil, or extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons miso paste
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- ½ tablespoon Dijon mustard
- ½ tablespoon honey
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
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Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
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Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.
Notes
- This version of Caesar dressing does not include anchovies, so it’s vegetarian-friendly while still delivering classic savory depth from the miso and Worcestershire sauce.