Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe
Elevate your salads and snacks with this Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe – a tangy homemade salad dressing infused with garlic and lemon. This creamy dressing combines the rich flavor of freshly grated Parmesan cheese with zesty lemon juice and cracked black pepper, ensuring every bite bursts with flavor. Perfect for drizzling over mixed greens, roasted vegetables, or even as a dip for breadsticks, this versatile dressing is quick to prepare and can enhance any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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- ½ cup mayonnaise, yogurt, or buttermilk
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 1–2 tablespoons vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together your choice of mayonnaise, yogurt, or buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually add in freshly grated Parmesan cheese while whisking until well blended.
- Incorporate the cracked black pepper and adjust to your preference.
- Stir in vinegar or lemon juice for tanginess; taste and adjust as needed.
- Mix in optional garlic, Dijon mustard, or fresh herbs if desired for extra flavor.
- Taste again to balance seasoning; add salt sparingly.
- Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg