Chipotle Caesar Dressing

Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Chipotle Caesar Dressing
45 min.
5
73kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your salad game with a zesty twist? Look no further than this delightful Chipotle Caesar Dressing! Perfectly gluten-free and bursting with flavor, this dressing is not just a condiment; it's a culinary experience that will tantalize your taste buds. With a creamy texture and a smoky kick from the chipotle peppers, this dressing transforms any ordinary salad into a gourmet dish.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delicious dressing that serves five, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings or dinner parties. Each serving contains only 73 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt. The balance of protein, healthy fats, and a hint of tangy lemon juice creates a harmonious blend that complements a variety of salads and side dishes.

Using simple ingredients like egg substitute, fresh garlic, and Parmesan cheese, this recipe is not only easy to make but also packed with nutrients. The food processor does all the hard work, ensuring a smooth and creamy consistency that clings beautifully to your greens. Whether you're drizzling it over crisp romaine or using it as a dip for fresh veggies, this Chipotle Caesar Dressing is sure to impress your guests and keep them coming back for more!

Ingredients

  •  to 2 chipotle peppers canned
  • 0.3 cup egg substitute 
  •  garlic cloves 
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.5 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese shredded
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • food processor

Directions

  1. Pulse first 3 ingredients in a food processor 3 to 4 times or until garlic is minced.
  2. Add lemon juice, egg substitute, and Parmesan cheese. With food processor running, pour oil through food chute in a slow, steady stream; process until smooth. Cover and chill until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories73kcal
Protein18.78%
Fat67.88%
Carbs13.34%

Properties

Glycemic Index
11.4
Glycemic Load
0.16
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
3.0986956928087%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.79mg
Hesperetin
2.35mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.08mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:72.84kcal
3.64%
Fat:5.66g
8.7%
Saturated Fat:1.42g
8.9%
Carbohydrates:2.5g
0.83%
Net Carbohydrates:2.13g
0.77%
Sugar:0.98g
1.09%
Cholesterol:3.4mg
1.13%
Sodium:344.97mg
15%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.52g
7.04%
Selenium:7.92µg
11.31%
Vitamin C:6.75mg
8.18%
Calcium:74.22mg
7.42%
Vitamin E:0.91mg
6.09%
Phosphorus:49.36mg
4.94%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.83%
Vitamin B5:0.32mg
3.17%
Iron:0.49mg
2.72%
Vitamin K:2.74µg
2.61%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.41%
Zinc:0.32mg
2.11%
Vitamin B12:0.11µg
1.91%
Vitamin D:0.28µg
1.87%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.83%
Potassium:60.34mg
1.72%
Folate:6.2µg
1.55%
Vitamin A:76.28IU
1.53%
Fiber:0.37g
1.5%
Magnesium:5.88mg
1.47%
Manganese:0.02mg
1.23%
Source:My Recipes