Black Pepper Parmesan Dressing
Creamy, tangy, and boldly flavorful, this Black Pepper Parmesan Dressing is a game-changer for your salads and beyond! Crafted in just 10 minutes, this recipe features a harmonious blend of rich mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, sharp grated Parmesan cheese, and freshly cracked black pepper for a peppery kick. Accented with Dijon mustard, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, this dressing achieves the perfect balance of creamy and savory. Olive oil is whisked in for a silky finish, while an optional splash of water lets you customize the consistency. Ideal as a salad topper, dip, or drizzle over roasted vegetables, this versatile dressing is a must-try for elevating everyday meals. Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld beautifully.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.25 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove Garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and grated Parmesan cheese.
Add freshly cracked black pepper, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt to the bowl.
Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking constantly to emulsify the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper if needed.
If the dressing is too thick for your liking, whisk in water, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve over salads, roasted vegetables, or use as a dip for fresh veggies or breadsticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1169 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 111.0 g | 142% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 2289 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.6 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 545 mg | 42% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 83 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
