The Creamiest Pepper Parmesan Dressing
Indulge in the bold, savory flavors of *The Creamiest Pepper Parmesan Dressing*, a luxurious homemade dressing that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Featuring a rich blend of mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, this recipe gets an aromatic kick from coarse black pepper and minced garlic. A splash of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of honey balance the flavors with brightness and subtle sweetness, while Dijon mustard adds a hint of sophistication. Perfectly creamy with the option to thin it to your liking using milk or buttermilk, this quick 10-minute dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp salads, roasted vegetables, or even doubling as a dip for breadsticks or crudités. Make a batch ahead of time to let the flavors meld beautifully, and enjoy a dressing that elevates every dish it graces.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.75 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 unit Garlic clove, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon Coarse black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Whole milk or buttermilk (optional, for thinning)
Instructions
Grate the Parmesan cheese finely and set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated Parmesan cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Stir everything together until thoroughly combined.
If the dressing is too thick for your preference, gradually stir in the milk or buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is achieved.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled over salads, roasted vegetables, or as a dip for fresh veggies or breadsticks. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3021 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 275.7 g | 353% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.7 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 439 mg | 146% | |
| Sodium | 4651 mg | 202% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 75.5 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 73.6 g | 147% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 2182 mg | 168% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 393 mg | 8% | |
*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.
