🌟 Mexican Caesar Dressing (Chopt Copycat) 🌟
This bold and smoky Mexican Caesar Dressing is inspired by Chopt’s famous recipe. Creamy, zesty, and bursting with flavor, it’s perfect for salads, tacos, or even as a dip! 🥗✨
Ingredients 🥣
- 🥛 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (5% milk fat recommended)
- 🌶️ 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 🌿 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 🥄 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
- 🧄 3 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 🥄 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 🍯 2 teaspoons honey
- 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
- 🌈 1 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
1. Blend the Ingredients
- 🍴 In a food processor or blender, combine the Greek yogurt, chipotle peppers, olive oil, mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix Until Smooth
- 🔄 Blend everything until the mixture is creamy and smooth. Ensure the chipotle peppers are fully incorporated for that smoky flavor.
3. Adjust the Flavor
- 👩🍳 Taste the dressing and tweak as needed:
- Add more salt for enhanced seasoning. 🧂
- Add extra honey for a sweeter, balanced taste. 🍯
4. Store and Serve
- 🥄 Pour the dressing into a clean jar or container.
- ❄️ Store in the fridge for up to 1 week (if you can resist eating it all sooner!).
🌟 Why You’ll Love It
- 🔥 Smoky Kick: Thanks to the chipotle peppers in adobo.
- 🍋 Zesty Brightness: Lemon juice adds a refreshing tang.
- 🥗 Versatile: Use it on salads, as a dip for veggies, or as a sauce for tacos and wraps.
Pro Tips for Perfect Dressing
- 🌶️ Heat Level: Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control the spice.
- 🥛 Creamy Texture: Use full-fat Greek yogurt for the best consistency.
- 🧄 Garlic Lovers: Add an extra clove for a stronger garlic punch.
Enjoy this flavorful Mexican Caesar Dressing (Chopt Copycat)—it’s smoky, creamy, and absolutely irresistible! 🥗🌶️✨
