Best 9 Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch Salad Dressing Recipes

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Welcome to a delectable culinary journey with our Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch Salad Dressing, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and elevate any salad to a gourmet experience. This creamy, tangy, and herbaceous dressing is a versatile masterpiece that complements a wide array of salads, grilled meats, and roasted vegetables.

In this comprehensive guide, we present not just one, but three extraordinary variations of the Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch Salad Dressing, each with its unique twist to suit your palate. From the classic rendition that embodies a harmonious balance of flavors to the zesty Chipotle Ranch Dressing that adds a smoky and spicy kick, and the tangy Sun-Dried Tomato Ranch Dressing that bursts with Mediterranean vibes, there's a recipe here to cater to every taste preference.

So, prepare to indulge in a symphony of flavors as we guide you through the art of crafting these exceptional dressings. Let your taste buds embark on an unforgettable adventure, and transform your ordinary salads into culinary masterpieces.

Let's cook with our recipes!

CREAMY PARMESAN PEPPERCORN DRESSING



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This Creamy Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing has a kick from freshly cracked peppercorns that play against the savory parmesan cheese! It's a quick, easy dressing that is wonderful on a green salad or with crunchy, cold vegetables as a dip!

Provided by Amy Nash

Categories     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup real mayo
1-2 Tablespoons freshly cracked peppercorns (depending on how spicy you like it)
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 Tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
1/4 cup buttermilk + more to thin to your liking

Steps:

  • Roughly crack the peppercorns by placing in a heavy duty zip tight back, sealing, then hitting with a rolling pin or meat mallet to break them up into coarse pieces.
  • Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk together well.
  • Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes for the flavors to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1276 kcal, Carbohydrate 17 g, Protein 26 g, Fat 123 g, SaturatedFat 36 g, Cholesterol 157 mg, Sodium 2799 mg, Sugar 9 g, TransFat 1 g, Fiber 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 81 g, ServingSize 1 serving

HOMEMADE PARMESAN-PEPPERCORN RANCH



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Homemade Parmesan-Peppercorn Ranch

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     N/A

Time 15m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayo
1 cup milk
1 packet Hidden Valley® Original Ranch Salad® Dressing & Seasoning Mix
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl and whisk until combined.
  • Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes to let the dressing thicken.

Nutrition Facts :

BUTTERMILK PEPPERCORN RANCH SALAD DRESSING



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Simple and delicious. Came up with this recipe when trying to duplicate a local pizza restaurant's peppercorn ranch dressing that we love. This dressing goes great with Romaine lettuce, sliced cherry tomatoes, and red onion with fresh bacon crumbled on top. Refrigerate overnight for best taste.

Provided by Alley

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

Time 3h5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

⅔ cup buttermilk
½ cup sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon ground peppercorns
½ teaspoon dried chives
½ teaspoon dried dill
½ teaspoon dried parsley
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon onion powder
⅛ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, mayonnaise, ground peppercorns, chives, dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate until flavors combine, 3 hours to overnight.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.3 calories, Carbohydrate 1.7 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 9.4 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 0.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 96.1 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

PARMESAN-PEPPERCORN RANCH SALAD DRESSING



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Found this delicious-sounding recipe in Low-Fat Low-Cholesterol Cookbook. Photo: Simplyscratch.com 09-11-15

Provided by Ellen Bales

Categories     Dips

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 c lowfat buttermilk
¼ c nonfat sour cream
2 Tbsp fat free mayonnaise
2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
½ tsp dried parsley
½ tsp dried chives
¼ tsp dried oregano
¼ tsp garlic powder
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1. In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients, stirring gently with a whisk.
  • 2. For best flavor, refrigerate, covered, for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • 3. Dressing can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to five days.

PARMESAN-PEPPERCORN RANCH DRESSING



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Make and share this Parmesan-Peppercorn Ranch Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 10m

Yield 1 pint

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 teaspoons finely chopped onions
2 teaspoons white vinegar
1 1/4 cups mayonnaise
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
2 -3 teaspoons cracked peppercorns
1/4-1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk well together all ingredients and chill for at least 24 hours before using.

WEDGE SALAD WITH PARMESAN-PEPPERCORN RANCH



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 45m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 cup real mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup grated (powdered) Parmesan
1/4 cup fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley leaves, minced
1 tablespoon sliced green onions
1 tablespoon ground tricolor peppercorns
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon white vinegar
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Dash hot sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 to 1/2 cup buttermilk (as needed for desired consistency)
2 heads iceberg lettuce, cut into wedges
3 pounds carrots, shredded
Crushed tricolor peppercorns, for garnish

Steps:

  • For the parmesan-peppercorn ranch: Put the mayonnaise, sour cream, Parmesan, parsley, green onions, peppercorns, Worcestershire, vinegar, salt, hot sauce and garlic in a blender or food processor and blend to combine. Add the buttermilk to the desired consistency and blend thoroughly. Chill for 30 minutes to a couple of hours before serving, thinning with more buttermilk if needed.
  • For the wedge salad: Arrange the lettuce wedges on a white rectangular plate in a straight line slightly overlapping. Drizzle the dressing over the lettuce, add the carrots and sprinkle with the crushed peppercorns.

CREAMY PARMESAN RANCH DRESSING



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I am a Ranch Dressing lover, and have tried a number of store brands and homemade recipes. After trying different ingredients, I came up with this blend which is now my favorite. It's great on salads, as a dip, or on baked potatoes.

Provided by judy1104

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 15m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 cup buttermilk
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon dried chives
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill weed
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together all of the ingredients. Make sure everything is well distributed. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. It's best when made the day before so the ingredients have time to blend.

CREAMY PEPPERCORN DRESSING



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The home economists in our Test Kitchen tossed together some simple ingredients to create this creamy salad dressing. It conveniently keeps in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup milk
3 tablespoons lemon juice
1-1/2 to 2 teaspoons coarsely ground pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Cover and refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 11g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PEPPERCORN-PARMESAN SALAD DRESSING



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Refrigerate the dressing base in an airtight container, up to 2 weeks, before adding mix-ins. For a lower-fat version, replace the sour cream with low-fat plain Greek yogurt.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 ounces finely grated Parmesan (2/3 cup)
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Whisk in Parmesan and coarsely ground pepper. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 46 g, Fat 4 g, Protein 1 g

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: The better the ingredients, the better the dressing will taste. Use fresh herbs, freshly ground peppercorns, and a good quality Parmesan cheese.
  • Adjust the flavors to your liking: This recipe is a starting point, so feel free to adjust the flavors to your liking. If you like a more tangy dressing, add more lemon juice. If you like a more spicy dressing, add more peppercorns. If you like a more creamy dressing, add more mayonnaise.
  • Use the dressing on a variety of salads: This dressing is perfect for a variety of salads, including green salads, pasta salads, and potato salads. It can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or tofu.
  • Make a large batch and store it in the refrigerator: This dressing will keep for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator. Make a large batch and store it in a jar or container so you can always have it on hand.

Conclusion:

This Parmesan Peppercorn Ranch Salad Dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of salads. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your liking. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give this recipe a try!

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