Garlic Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing
- Brianne Thomas
- Sep 7, 2023
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 20
This creamy homemade dressing offers a kick from freshly cracked black pepper, savory garlic, delicious Parmesan cheese, and a slight zing of lemon. It's the perfect accompaniment to fresh, raw veggies or your favorite leafy salad!
Years ago, you used to be able to find a creamy Parmesan peppercorn salad dressing at any
number of popular restaurant chains. Unfortunately, many removed this item from their menus due to budget cuts. Thankfully, making a homemade version isn’t only easy to do, it also tastes better than what you could find in restaurants!
Why You’ll Love This Garlic Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing Recipe
Taste. This homemade version of a classic restaurant favorite tastes so much better!
Affordable. Simple ingredients keep this recipe friendly for all budgets.
Quality. You control the ingredients, meaning there’s nothing in this dressing that isn’t
necessary or hard to pronounce.
What To Serve With Garlic Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing
This delicious dressing is my go-to for salads. It’s also the perfect accompaniment as a dip for fresh raw veggies or my Buttermilk Fried Chicken.
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Ingredients
½ cup mayonnaise
½ cup full-fat sour cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoons water
1 Tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
Directions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the ½ cup of mayonnaise, ½ cup full-fat sour cream, ½ cup of grated Parmesan cheese, 2 Tablespoons of water, 1 Tablespoon of white wine vinegar, and 1 Tablespoon of lemon juice. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
Add the 2 teaspoons of minced garlic, 1 teaspoon of freshly cracked black pepper, ½ teaspoon of salt, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ½ teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning to the mixture. Stir until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
If the dressing is too thick for your liking, you can add a little more water, a ½ teaspoon at a
time, until the desired consistency is reached.
How to Store Garlic Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing
Transfer the dressing to an airtight glass container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Store leftovers in the refrigerator and use within 7 days.
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