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.

Nutriscore Rating: 39/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

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)

Directions

Step 1

Grate the Parmesan cheese finely and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the mayonnaise and sour cream. Whisk together until smooth and creamy.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

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.

Step 5

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

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

Serving size	(643.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3020.8

Total Fat 275.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 438.6mg	0%
Sodium 4650.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.0g	0%
Total Sugars 15.5g
Protein 73.6g	0%

Vitamin D 86.7IU	0%
Calcium 2181.5mg	0%
Iron 0.4mg	0%
Potassium 393.4mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.6%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 9.8%