Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe – Tangy Homemade Salad Dressing with Garlic & Lemon
Transform your meals with our Parmesan Pepper Dressing Recipe – a tangy homemade salad dressing infused with garlic and lemon. This creamy dressing combines the richness of freshly grated Parmesan cheese with the zesty brightness of lemon juice and the delightful kick of black pepper.
- 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, yogurt, or buttermilk
- 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
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together your choice of mayonnaise, yogurt, or buttermilk until smooth.
- Gradually whisk in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully incorporated.
- Add freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
- Stir in vinegar or lemon juice while tasting for desired tanginess.
- Mix in optional ingredients like garlic or Dijon mustard if desired.
- Adjust seasoning with salt as needed.
- Transfer to an airtight jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg