Caesar Dressing With Flax Seed

Submitted by kimkej

"Ground flaxseed contributes a nutty flavor, as well as omaga-3 fatty acids, to salad dressings. The flax seed mixture thickens as it stands and gives the dressing it's texture. Originally from Cooking Light. Perfect with Warm Salmon Salad a la Provencal. We love this recipe in the summer with fresh salad greens and grilled salmon."

 

• Ready In: 20mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: 1/2 cup

ingredients

• 1 tablespoon flax seed
• 1⁄4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1⁄2 teaspoon anchovy paste
• 1⁄4 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 garlic clove, crushed

directions

1. Place the flax seed in a clean coffee grinder or blender and process until finely ground.
2. Place flax seed meal in a medium bowl; add water, stirring with a whisk.
3. Let stand 5 minutes.
4. Add vinegar and remaining ingredients; stir with a whisk.
5. Store dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
6. Store remaining flax seed in the refrigerator since it's high in fat, it can go rancid easily.

Reviews

[Tebo3759]

I really like caesar dressings but this just did not have any hint of a caesar to me. I used extra garlic but it still did not come across with any ceasar taste. It is healthy but far too bland for me. Hope others like it more

 

[BeachGirl]

Without the egg, this Caesar is a good light version, but does lack some of the flavor and creaminess of classic Caesar Dressings. Although I added the ground flax seed, the dressing remained more like a vinaigrette in consistency. I really liked the idea of healthy addition of flax seed.