Creamy, rich tasting dip with all the flavor of your favorite Caesar dressing. This vegan version of the classic salad dressing is tangy, savory, and perfect for dipping your favorite crudite or whole grain crackers in. Thick, delicious, and bursting with animal product-free Caesar flavor. You won’t miss the dairy or anchovies in this incredible plant-based dip!
Although I am not vegan myself, I LOVE making vegan versions of classic foods! Why, you may ask. Well because a lot of my favorite foods happen to be plant-based and it’s fun to cook and bake with them in general.
For example, TOFU! A staple vegan protein, yet I love it for its neutral taste, creamy texture, and high protein content. I am one of those people who has no problems with soy whatsoever (you all know my love for tempeh and edamame, too!) and I always have fun using tofu in all sorts of unique recipes. From pudding to pies, or maybe even a Vegan Clam Chowder? Yup. I’ve done it all! 😉
Or at least, I thought I had done it all. Recently, I’ve been on a major DIP kick. What’s that? Well it’s when you want to make ALL THE DIPS all the time. I’ve been making sweet ones, savory ones, and everything in between. So I think it’s about time I start sharing some of them.
Today’s recipe just may convince you to go vegan…especially if you’re a Caesar dressing lover. If that doesn’t give you a hint to what I’ve created, I don’t know what will.
Vegan Caesar Dressing Dip! You’ve all seen pictures of this on my Instagram before and I’ve received tons of questions on how to make it. Now you can make it right in your own home.
I used my go-to tofu to make it, medium firm from House Foods. It makes for the most thick and creamy texture! No need for dairy or any animal products with the simple vegan-friendly ingredients I used to make this dip.
In traditional Caesar, anchovies give an umami flavor to the dressing, while parmesan cheese adds its sharp saltiness. In this recipe, I used nori to replace the fish, nutritional yeast for the cheese, and included lemon juice, vinegar, and Dijon mustard to stay true to the original!
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Vegan Caesar Dressing Dip
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- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Total Time: 5 mins
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Savory Snacks
Ingredients
- 12 oz of medium firm tofu
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
- 1 clove garlic, chopped
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dijon mustard
- 1/2 sheet of nori, cut into small pieces with scissors
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a food processor and blend until smooth. Store in the refrigerator.
Low-fat, rich tasting, and totally addicting. I personally think this dip tastes better than store-bought caesar and it’s so much healthier too! Gotta love all the protein from the House Foods tofu and you’re even getting the benefits from seaweed with the use of nori.
I make a batch nearly every week and use it for all sorts of snacks! My favorite things to use it with? Baby carrots, raw tempeh, and crackers or pita bread. It’s just so flavorful!
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Have I convinced you? Are you going to make it for yourself? DO IT. You won’t be disappointed. And you can even impress all your vegan friends with culinary prowess! (Joking of course…you only need to know how to use a food processor!).
Are you a fan of Caesar dressing?
Are there some vegan foods you prefer over the regular versions?
What’s your favorite creamy dip?
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shernell says
I love a great recipe especially ones that’s vesitle. I could see myself using it in dips etc.
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Shernell! Let me know if you try it!
rachel @ Athletic avocado says
okay this is pretty genius! I love that you used tofu in this, you can’t even tell!
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Rachel! It’s SO delicious!!
Healthy Helper says
The recipe is showing now just so you know! I fixed the issue! LOL
Annmarie says
Oh man this looks so good- wish I could have tofu!
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Annmarie!! Are you allergic to soy? ?
Deborah @ Confessions of a mother runner says
Super creative take on a classic! Thanks for linking up today
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Deborah! Loved your recipe too!
Sarah says
I was so excited when I saw this since the girls just got into a Caesar salad phase, if only I did soy. I had to cut it out (still have limited amounts in moderation) for medical reasons and it was advised to keep the girls away from large amounts as well. I bet I would just love this and I love how it’s a protein packed dressing.
Thank you for linking up with us for Meatless Monday!
Healthy Helper says
Oh no! That totally bums me out! I am so sorry you’re not able to make this! 🙁
Sarah says
Me too.
Nikki says
Thanks for the recipe! Looks great. My brother who is vegan is coming for dinner Saturday. This may be what I make.
Healthy Helper says
Awesome! Let me know how everyone likes it!
J King says
Sounds super tasty! Can’t wait to try it.
Healthy Helper says
Let me know how you like it!
Dannie says
This looks so yummy and so easy. We keep [semi] vegan in our home because my fiancee is allergic to dairy so I love finding ways to introduce her to all of my favorite foods that she never got to have. We haven’t found a good caeser dressing yet so this is perfect! Thanks!
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Healthy Helper says
Yay! I am glad I was able to help on your Caesar search! 🙂
Megan says
I think the lack of anchovies is what sells this for me! I’ve never really got into dips so I’m not sure what I’m missing out on.
Healthy Helper says
You will love this recipe! Let me know if you try it! You’ll be a new DIP LOVER!
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says
Where was this beautiful creation when I first went vegan!?! 😮 One of the things I missed a lot was caesar dressing, it used to be my go-to for salads. And since dipping things in other things is one of my favorite ways to eat, I am very excited about this dip kick you are on. Oh man, carrots in here…so GOOD I bet! Great idea, now I just need to get more hemp tofu.
Healthy Helper says
OMG that makes me so happy to hear! Let me know how you like because I KNOW you’re going to try it! LOL
Dee says
What a healthy dip, and it sounds delicious! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday 🙂
Healthy Helper says
So welcome, Dee! Enjoy!
Leah Courtney says
This sounds great. I love Caesar dressing, and I’ve always just pretended the anchovies aren’t there- not because I’m vegan but because it grosses me out. 🙂 I’ve got to try this as an alternative. 🙂
Healthy Helper says
You will love it! Tastes BETTER than the real thing!
Grace says
Oh, I love the addition of nori. I’ve made salad dressings with tofu before, but they usually call for smooth. Does the medium firm just make it thicker?
Healthy Helper says
Yes medium firm makes it thicker!
Gin says
This sounds awesome! I love that you added nori, what a smart way to get great flavor!
Healthy Helper says
It adds the perfect flavor to this dip! No need for stinky anchovies! LOL
Marilyn says
Thank you for sharing this delicious recipe at The Recipe Sharing Pin and Yum Party! I hope to see you next week. Pinned and Yummed.
Please visit Thursday Favorite Things for more sharing fun!
Healthy Helper says
I’ll be there!!
Charlotte says
I’ve never made dip’s before, but these would be a great healthy alternative to some of the ones in the cupboard, and they look like they would go well with the zuccini bites! #YumTum
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Charlotte! Enjoy!
Belgian Foodie says
Thanks for sharing this easy tasty vegan dressing!
Healthy Helper says
So welcome! Enjoy it!
Hayley @ Snap Happy Bakes says
I’ve been looking for more ways to use seaweed, this is a brilliant idea. Thanks for linking to #CookBlogShare
Healthy Helper says
Thanks Hayley! Seaweed is such a great addition to vegan recipes! So many nutrients!
Bethany says
This looks so good!
Healthy Helper says
Thank you Bethany!
Honest Mum says
I love how creative you’d been here and nori and tofu are the perfect matches, I have to try this-you made me laugh at the end about culinary prowess! Thanks for linking up to #tastytuesdays
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Healthy Helper says
Haha! Glad I gave you a chuckle! Have a great week!
Nikki says
I really love how creative you are with your food. You’re not afraid to try something new, something different, even ingredients that may sound strange together. You’re like an artist mixing his paints, only we get to eat your talents. Bonus!
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Healthy Helper says
Thank you so much! That is the greatest compliment ever!
Deborah Davis says
My husband will love this! He won’t even know it’s vegan. He is a Caesar dressing man! I’m pinning and sharing. Thx for sharing on the Healthy Living Link Party!
Healthy Helper says
Yay! I am always happy to hear when someone likes my recipe! 🙂
twochicksandamom/Donna says
This looks so good and tasty. Thanks for sharing at Funtastic Friday!
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Healthy Helper says
You’re welcome! Thanks for stopping by!
Hil says
Yummy! It’s so hard to find a vegetarian dressing. I may have to try this thanks!
Thanks for linking up at #bloggerspotlight be sure to come back Thursday night and check out the features and party again 🙂
Healthy Helper says
You will love this one! So creamy and rich tasting!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
I love Caesar dressing, I bet it would be so yummy as a dip. Thanks for sharing this with us at Savoring Saturdays linky party.
Healthy Helper says
Yes it’s amazing as a dip! So creamy and thick!
Lisa @ Fun Money Mom says
I love Caesar dressing and this sounds like a great alternative for people with specific diets. Thanks so much for sharing with us at Share The Wealth Sunday!
xoxo
Lisa
Christine | Mid-Life Croissant says
You clever little lass! I’m totally making this cuz while I’m neither vegan nor gluten free I love all these ingredients and have been meaning to experiment with nutritional yeast. Thanks for linking up at #SaucySaturdays.
Healthy Helper says
Thanks so much Christine! So welcome!