Description

This Mexican Caesar Dressing is a creamy, smoky, and tangy salad dressing inspired by the flavors of Chopt’s famous recipe. Made with Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers in adobo, and a blend of classic Caesar ingredients, it’s a healthier twist on the traditional creamy salad dressing, perfect for adding bold flavor to your salads or as a dip.

Ingredients

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Mexican Caesar Dressing Ingredients

1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (5% milk fat preferred)
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 lemon, juiced
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Gather all ingredients including Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers, olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
Combine in Blender or Food Processor: Add all the ingredients into a food processor or blender. This ensures the dressing will blend smoothly and evenly.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend the mixture until it becomes creamy and smooth with no lumps. This usually takes about 30-60 seconds.
Taste and Adjust: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed. Add more salt to enhance the flavors or a little more honey if the dressing tastes too acidic from the lemon juice.
Store Properly: Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container. Seal it and refrigerate for up to one week. Use within this time for best flavor and freshness.

Notes

The chipotle peppers add smokiness and heat; adjust to your spice preference by adding fewer or more peppers.
Using Greek yogurt keeps the dressing creamy but healthier than heavy cream or a full mayo base.
If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a splash of water or more lemon juice when blending.
Keep the dressing refrigerated and stir before each use as ingredients may separate over time.
This dressing works well not only on salads but also as a dip for vegetables or grilled meats.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dressing
Method: Blending
Cuisine: Mexican-American

Keywords: Mexican Caesar Dressing, Chipotle Caesar, Healthy Caesar Dressing, Greek Yogurt Dressing, Chopt Copycat, Salad Dressing, Creamy Dressing