Best 2 Lemon Parmesan Salad Dressing Recipes

Lemon Parmesan Salad Dressing is a zesty, savory, and tangy dressing that elevates any salad to a gourmet dish. This dressing is a perfect balance of bright citrus flavors from the lemon, salty and cheesy notes from Parmesan cheese, and a touch of sweetness from honey. With its versatility, it can complement various salad ingredients, from peppery arugula to hearty kale. Whether you're looking for a light lunch option or a refreshing side dish, this lemon parmesan salad dressing is sure to impress.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BON APPETIT'S ARUGULA SALAD WITH LEMON-PARMESAN DRESSING

Bon Appetit's Arugula Salad With Lemon-Parmesan Dressing image

Found on the epicurious.com website via Bon Appetit April 2009. "(This)makes a great side dish, but this salad is even better as a pizza topping. Brush the with olive oil, sprinkle it with sea salt and shredded mozzarella, then bake. When the pizza comes out of the oven, top it with the salad." Note: the lemon flavor in the dressing is very pronounced. Update 1 January 2012: I prepared this last week again but had no standard lemons on hand and substituted Meyer lemon juice and zest. Wow! fyi, cg

Provided by COOKGIRl

Categories Vegetable

Time 15m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese (asiago, reggiano, etc. can replace Parmesan if you wish)
5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (fresh!)
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
4 cups packed baby arugula (rocket)
1 cup halved cherry tomatoes (I omitted the tomatoes because my main dish contained them) or 2 tablespoons sun-dried tomatoes, minced (I omitted the tomatoes because my main dish contained them)
1 tablespoon pine nuts (my addition) or 1 tablespoon chopped walnuts, toasted (my addition)

Steps:

Blend salad dressing ingredients in a mini food processor. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl. Cover; chill up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before tossing the dressing with the greens.
Combine arugula and tomatoes in large salad bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat.
Garnish with pine nuts or walnuts.
Servings are estimated.

LEMON PARMESAN SALAD DRESSING

Lemon Parmesan Salad Dressing image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Pinch of sugar

Steps:

In a jar combine all ingredients. Shake well to combine.

Tips:

Use fresh lemons. Fresh lemon juice has a brighter, more flavorful taste than bottled lemon juice.
Grate the Parmesan cheese yourself. Pre-grated Parmesan cheese can be dry and flavorless. Grating your own cheese will give you a fresher, more flavorful dressing.
Use good quality olive oil. The olive oil you use will make a big difference in the taste of your dressing. Choose a good quality extra virgin olive oil.
Taste your dressing as you make it. Adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more lemon juice, Parmesan cheese, or olive oil.
Let the dressing sit for a few minutes before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Conclusion:

Lemon Parmesan salad dressing is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It is also great as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. The bright, tangy flavor of the lemon and the savory flavor of the Parmesan cheese make this dressing a winner. Whether you are looking for a quick and easy salad dressing or a flavorful marinade, lemon Parmesan salad dressing is a great choice.