Parmesan Vinaigrette Recipe
A flavorful and creamy Parmesan Vinaigrette that combines sharp Parmesan cheese with tangy white vinegar, robust garlic, and aromatic Italian seasonings. Perfect for dressing salads or drizzling over roasted vegetables, this easy-to-make vinaigrette delivers a rich umami punch balanced by a hint of honey sweetness and subtle heat from red pepper flakes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: About ¾ cup (serves 6-8) 1x
- Category: Salad Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Low Salt
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place all the ingredients—white vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, freshly grated Parmesan cheese, chopped garlic, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and honey—into a small food processor or blender.
- Blend: Blend the mixture until smooth and fully emulsified, ensuring the flavors meld together and the vinaigrette achieves a creamy, uniform texture.
- Taste and Adjust Seasoning: Taste the vinaigrette and add a pinch more salt, black pepper, or red pepper flakes if desired to suit your preference.
- Alternate Mixing Method: If a food processor or blender is not available, whisk all the ingredients vigorously in a small bowl or shake them in a sealed mason jar until combined and emulsified.
- Serve: Serve the Parmesan vinaigrette chilled or at room temperature over your favorite salads or roasted vegetables for a flavorful boost.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and smooth texture.
- Adjust the amount of honey to make the vinaigrette sweeter or less sweet according to your taste.
- For a thinner consistency, add a small amount of water or more vinegar.
- This vinaigrette can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week—shake or whisk before serving.
- Red pepper flakes add subtle heat; omit or reduce for a milder dressing.
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