Best Creamy Parmesan Salad Dressing for Flavorful Salads

Elevate your salads with the Best Creamy Parmesan Salad Dressing, a homemade delight bursting with flavor.

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Prep Time 10

Chill Time 1

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 8 tablespoons

Course: Sauces

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Base

1 cup mayonnaise use full-fat for richness or Greek yogurt for a lighter feel
½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese opt for freshly grated for best texture

For the Flavor Balance

¼ cup fresh lemon juice adjust based on taste preferences
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard yellow mustard can substitute in a pinch
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce omit for simpler taste if desired
a few dashes Tabasco sauce adjust based on your spice tolerance
to taste salt always season to taste as needed
to taste pepper always season to taste as needed

Equipment

Mixing Bowl
Whisk

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of mayonnaise and ½ cup of freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Pour in ¼ cup of fresh lemon juice, followed by 1 tablespoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of Worcestershire sauce, and a few dashes of Tabasco sauce. Use a spatula or whisk to gently fold everything together until just combined.
Continue whisking the combined ingredients vigorously for about 30 seconds until smooth and cohesive.
Taste your dressing and season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to your liking.
Once seasoned, cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
After chilling, give the dressing a good stir. Serve over salads or as a dip for vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoonsCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 20mgVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 10mg

Notes

Use leftover dressing on grilled vegetables or as a dip to reduce waste.

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