Caesar Dressing With Flax Seed

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: 20 mins
• 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.