Garlic Parmesan Sauce
User Reviews
4.5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
12 ounces
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Calories
104 kcal
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Course
Condiments
Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Description
Garlic Parmesan Sauce combines Parmesan cheese with mayonnaise, crushed garlic, and Italian herbs to create a creamy, flavorful condiment. The grated Parmesan is finely blended with garlic and lemon juice, which adds brightness against the creamy base. Olive oil smooths the texture before seasoning with salt and pepper. Blending in a food processor ensures a silky and consistent sauce. As it chills, the sauce thickens and deepens in flavor, making it a suitable dip or spread for sandwiches, vegetables, or grilled foods.
The fresh garlic provides a distinct pungency balanced by the tang of lemon juice and the richness of Parmesan. Italian seasoning adds herbal notes that complement the garlic and cheese without overpowering. The sauce’s texture ranges from creamy to slightly thickened, depending on chilling time. It can be served immediately or after resting in the refrigerator to develop flavor complexity.
To maximize the garlic impact, fresh garlic cloves are used, with an option to substitute roasted garlic for a milder flavor. Freshly grated Parmesan from a microplane produces a smoother sauce compared to pre-grated cheese. Adding a touch of heat with hot sauce or cayenne pepper is possible if a spicier profile is desired.
Ingredients
- 1 cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon garlic crushed, cloves
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning click link for the recipe
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice fresh squeezed - recommended
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add all of the ingredients to a food processor.
- Turn the food processor on and blend until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Let the sauce chill at least 30 minutes for best flavor development, up to 2 hours for deeper complexity.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese with a fine microplane for a smoother blend; pre-grated cheese works but is less smooth.
- The sauce thickens when refrigerated; let it sit 10–15 minutes at room temperature before serving to loosen.
- For stronger garlic flavor, substitute roasted garlic in place of fresh garlic.
- To add spice, include ½ teaspoon hot sauce or ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the mixture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12ounces
Amount Per Serving
Calories 104 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 104kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 2g | 1% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 302mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 26mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2g | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 84mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 81mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.5
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