Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe – Tangy Homemade Salad Dressing with Garlic & Lemon
Elevate your salads and snacks with this easy Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe – Tangy Homemade Salad Dressing with Garlic & Lemon. This versatile dressing is a perfect blend of creamy richness from freshly grated Parmesan cheese and zesty brightness from lemon juice and garlic. With just a few minutes of preparation, you can whip up a decadent dressing that transforms simple greens into culinary masterpieces.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ½ cup mayonnaise or Greek yogurt
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1–2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine your chosen base ingredient (mayonnaise or yogurt) until smooth.
- Gradually add the freshly grated Parmesan cheese while whisking until well combined.
- Incorporate the cracked black pepper and then add vinegar or lemon juice to achieve desired tanginess.
- If using, stir in the minced garlic and Dijon mustard for extra depth of flavor.
- Adjust salt to taste and mix in fresh herbs if desired.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons (30g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg