If you’ve been avoiding Caesar salad because of the garlic, you’re going to love this recipe.
Traditional Caesar dressing relies heavily on garlic, but this version delivers the same rich, savoury flavour using garlic-infused olive oil, making it ideal during the Low FODMAP elimination phase.
Whether you’re making a classic Caesar salad, a chicken wrap, or looking for a delicious dressing for roasted vegetables, this quick homemade recipe is one you’ll come back to again and again.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ready in just 5 minutes
- Low FODMAP and IBS-friendly
- Rich, creamy restaurant-style flavour
- No blender required
- Great for meal prep
- Naturally gluten free
- Perfect for salads, wraps and sandwiches
- Better than shop-bought dressing
- Made with simple pantry ingredients
- Family-friendly
Substitutions & Variations
Make it Lighter
Use light mayonnaise or replace half the mayonnaise with lactose-free Greek yogurt.
Dairy-Free
Use a dairy-free Parmesan alternative.
Extra Tangy
Add an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
More Peppery
Freshly cracked black pepper really enhances the dressing.
Anchovy Lovers
Traditional Caesar dressing contains anchovies. For extra authentic flavour, stir in 1 teaspoon of anchovy paste.
Serving Suggestions:
This dressing is incredibly versatile. Serve it with:
- Classic Low FODMAP Caesar Salad
- Grilled chicken
- BBQ chicken skewers
- Turkey burgers
- Chicken wraps
- Pasta salad
- Roasted baby potatoes
- Vegetable crudités
- Sweet potato wedges
- As a sandwich spread
- Dressing for meal-prep lunch bowls.
Storage & Leftovers:
Store in an airtight jar or container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Stir well before serving as the ingredients may naturally separate slightly.
Not suitable for freezing.
Recipe Tips:
- Freshly grate your Parmesan for the best flavour.
- Garlic-infused olive oil gives authentic garlic flavour without the FODMAPs.
- Chill for 30 minutes before serving for an even richer taste.
- Add water gradually to achieve your preferred consistency.
- Taste before serving—extra lemon juice or Parmesan can really lift the flavour.
- Always use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavour.
Top Tips for Success:
- Use good-quality mayonnaise.
- Fresh Parmesan makes a noticeable difference.
- Garlic-infused oil is the secret to authentic flavour.
- Whisk thoroughly for the creamiest texture.
- Chill before serving for the best flavour.
Low FODMAP Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing
Description
This Low FODMAP Homemade Caesar Salad Dressing is creamy, tangy, cheesy, and packed with classic Caesar flavour—without the garlic that can trigger IBS symptoms. Made in just 5 minutes, it's perfect for drizzling over salads, using as a dip, or spreading in wraps and sandwiches. By swapping fresh garlic for garlic-infused olive oil, you get all the delicious flavour while keeping it suitable for the Low FODMAP diet.
Ingredients
Instructions
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Add the mayonnaise, garlic-infused olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper to a medium bowl or measuring jug.
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Whisk together until completely smooth and creamy.
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Fold through the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
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If the dressing is thicker than you'd like, whisk in 1 teaspoon of water at a time until you reach your preferred consistency.
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Taste and adjust with extra lemon juice, pepper or Parmesan if desired.
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Serve immediately or chill until ready to use.