Best 6 Bikini Ready Light Creamy Parmesan Dressing Recipes

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Are you looking for a guilt-free creamy parmesan dressing that won't ruin your diet? Look no further! This light and creamy parmesan dressing has a secret ingredient that makes it healthier than many other dressings. It still has the creamy, cheesy flavor that you love, without all of the calories and fat. This dressing can be used in a variety of ways, including as a dip for vegetables and chicken or as a salad dressing.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY ITALIAN DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     condiment

Time 10m

Yield about 3/4 cup dresssing

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 small clove garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Pinch of sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon grated parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon grated pecorino romano cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk the mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, olive oil, garlic, oregano, sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Stir in the parsley, parmesan and pecorino. Season with more salt and pepper. (The dressing will keep, refrigerated, up to 1 week.)

BIKINI-READY, LIGHT CREAMY PARMESAN DRESSING



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With summer coming soon, I'm posting salad dressing recipes with lower calories that are still high in flavor. This was originally in my local newspaper, The San Jose Mercury News.

Provided by CaliforniaJan

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
2 small garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh parsley, minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Whisk together all ingredients in a small bowl. Chill before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 542.8, Fat 47.2, SaturatedFat 10.7, Cholesterol 66.5, Sodium 1404.4, Carbohydrate 16.4, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 8.3, Protein 12.8

PARMESAN DRESSING



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Chef Dan Kluger's Parmesan vinaigrette is a lovely dressing for any salad, especially his Shaved Raw Summer Squash.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
2 1/4 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup sunflower oil
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Place Parmesan, vinegar, lime juice, mustard, salt, and pepper in the jar of a blender; blend for 30 seconds to combine. Add both oils and blend to emulsify. Dressing can be stored, refrigerated, in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

CREAMY PARMESAN DRESSING



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A great salad dressing with a nice tangy flavor. The taste compliments lasagne, spaghetti, and other similar Italian dishes. Tonight I tried some leftover sauce on a salad of baby spinach and romaine with crumbled albacore tuna--it was fabulous. I at least double the recipe every time I make it because 1/3 cup just isn't enough. From Cuisine at Home.

Provided by SharleneW

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1/3 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 dash Tabasco sauce
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk together mayonnaise, Parmesan, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and Worcestershire sauce.
  • Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.

CREAMY LEMON DRESSING



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This tangy lemony dressing makes a creamy addition to salads or is great drizzled over grilled fish. Try it over a butter lettuce, grape tomatoes, and English cucumber salad. Try substituting plain Greek yogurt for the sour cream.

Provided by Ava Flavah!

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

⅓ cup fresh lemon juice
4 teaspoons lemon zest
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ cup olive oil
½ cup sour cream

Steps:

  • Combine lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Slowly whisk olive oil into the lemon juice mixture until thickened. Whisk sour cream into the mixture. Transfer the dressing to a sealable container.
  • Refrigerate 15 minutes to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.3 calories, Carbohydrate 2.3 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 16.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 112.2 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

CREAMY LEMON-PARMESAN SALAD DRESSING



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Years ago in Florida, I came across an Italian restaurant with a delightful salad dressing. I've never been able to find a substitute so I tried to replicate the dressing. For best results, use homemade mayonnaise. Serve with salad greens.

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup homemade mayonnaise
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ½ ounces freshly grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon milk
2 teaspoons lemon zest
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Combine mayonnaise, olive oil, lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, milk, lemon zest, pepper, and salt in a glass mason jar. Secure lid and shake until dressing is well combined. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80.1 calories, Carbohydrate 0.6 g, Cholesterol 5.9 mg, Fat 7.7 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 162.5 mg

Tips:

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese for the best flavor. Pre-packaged shredded cheese contains cellulose, which can give the dressing a gritty texture.
  • To make a lighter version of the dressing, use low-fat mayonnaise or Greek yogurt instead of sour cream. You can also use skim milk instead of whole milk.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
  • To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk all of the ingredients together and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Serve the dressing with your favorite salad greens, grilled chicken, or fish. You can also use it as a dipping sauce for vegetables or crackers.

Conclusion:

This light and creamy Parmesan dressing is the perfect addition to any salad. It's made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it comes together in just a few minutes. Whether you're looking for a light and healthy dressing for your everyday salad or a creamy and flavorful dressing for a special occasion, this Parmesan dressing is sure to please.

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