Let me show you how to whip up a homemade sauce that will probably change your life forever—Easy Garlic Parmesan Sauce. Imagine, a creamy blend of roasted, Parmesan, avocado mayo a zesty hint of lemon, and spices. This sauce is so dreamy and flavorful. It’s goes beautifully as a sauce for wings, pasta, or pizza. It’s unbeatable as a spread, and makes the perfect veggie dip. Basically, it’s perfect. 🧄
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How To Make Easy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
I love how simple this homemade recipe is! It truly is the perfect quick recipe for adding a gourmet touch to your meals—I get so many compliments any time I serve it to someone new. So, let’s make it!
Ingredients
- 1 Bulb Garlic roasted
- 1 Cup Parmesan shredded
- 1 Cup Avocado Mayo
- 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 1 Tablespoon Italian Seasoning
- ½ Teaspoon Onion Powder
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- ½ Teaspoon Salt
Check out the recipe video on Instagram!
Step-By-Step Instructions
First things first, roast the garlic. This step is really important and makes the recipe unbelievable. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cut the top of the garlic bulb, this will help it roast better. Get out a piece of foil and set the garlic bulb in the foil. Pour a splash of olive oil onto the garlic bulb, wrap it up, and roast it in the oven for about 40 minutes. While the garlic roasts, be sure you have all of your other ingredients ready.
Once the 40 minutes is up, squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their little pouches and into a blender or food processor. Add the shredded Parmesan, avocado mayo, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Blend on low until you have a smooth, creamy sauce. Enjoy on anything & everything!
How To Use Garlic Parmesan Sauce
This sauce is incredibly versatile, offering endless fun & delish recipe ideas!
As a Pasta Sauce: Toss it with your favorite pasta for a rich and creamy dish that’s packed with flavor. I like to use Banza Pasta!
For Roasted Vegetables: Drizzle this sauce over roasted vegetables. Immediately elevates your meal!
As a Dip: Serve this sauce as a dip for fresh veggies or on your favorite cracker! I love them with some carrot sticks or my favorite Simple Mills almond flour crackers.
As a Spread: Use it as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. The creamy texture and delish flavors turn an ordinary sandwich into something heavenly.
For Pizza: Replace your regular pizza sauce with this sauce for a unique twist on homemade pizza night. It pairs so well with all of your favorite pizza toppings!
For Chicken Wings: Toss your crispy chicken wings in this sauce for a mouthwatering flavor explosion. The creamy sauce coats each wing perfectly. One of my favorite recipes for game days or party appetizers!
No matter how you use it, this sauce is sure to become an absolute favorite!
Easy Garlic Parmesan Sauce Alternative Ingredients
Avocado Mayo Alternatives: While avocado mayo adds a rich and creamy texture, you can substitute it with regular mayonnaise or even Greek yogurt.
Dairy-Free Options: If you’re looking to make a dairy-free garlic Parmesan sauce, replace the Parmesan with a vegan alternative or nutritional yeast. Nutritional yeast provides a cheesy flavor while keeping the sauce vegan and dairy-free.
Roasted Garlic Alternatives: If you’re short on time, you can use garlic powder or pre-minced garlic in place of roasted garlic. Although I think the roasted garlic is what really makes this recipe!
Lemon Juice Alternatives: Lemon juice adds a fresh, zesty note to the sauce. If you don’t have lemon juice on hand, apple cider vinegar or white wine vinegar can be used as a substitute. These alternatives will provide a similar tangy flavor.
Spices and Seasonings: Feel free to experiment with other seasonings to customize your sauce. Smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or fresh herbs like basil or parsley can add different flavor.
Different Cheese Options: Parmesan is a key ingredient, but you can also try using Romano or Asiago cheese for a different flavor profile. These cheeses offer a similar texture but bring their own unique taste to the sauce.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute mayo with Greek yogurt for a healthier option, or use a dairy-free alternative like coconut cream if you're avoiding eggs.
Absolutely! Use vegan Parmesan and vegan mayo to make a delicious plant-based garlic Parmesan sauce.
Garlic powder or pre-minced garlic are quick and easy substitutes, though they won't provide the same flavor as roasted garlic.
Making garlic Parmesan sauce from scratch is easy! You’ll need roasted garlic, shredded Parmesan, avocado mayo, lemon juice, Italian seasoning, onion powder, black pepper, and salt. Mix everything together until smooth and creamy.
You can use other hard cheeses like Romano or Asiago, or for a dairy-free version, try using nutritional yeast or a vegan Parmesan alternative.
Homemade garlic Parmesan sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze garlic Parmesan sauce. To do this, place it in an airtight container or freezer bag and freeze for up to three months. Thaw in the refrigerator before using.
Yes, this garlic Parmesan sauce recipe is gluten-free, as it does not contain any wheat-based ingredients.
Enjoy!
I give you your new favorite homemade homemade Garlic Parm Sauce. It’s easy to make, loaded with flavor, and perfect for so many different recipes! Have the sweetest day & tag me on Instagram when you make this recipe! @entirelyemmy
Easy Garlic Parmesan Sauce
Ingredients
Method
- Roast the garlic. Preheat your oven to 400°F. Cut the top of the garlic bulb, this will help it roast better. Get out a piece of foil and set the garlic bulb in the foil. Pour a splash of olive oil onto the garlic bulb, wrap it up, and roast it in the oven for about 40 minutes.
Jess says
Used this on wings & they were great. I went with Greek yogurt instead of mayo! Love the recipe