Easy and Healthy Mock Sour Cream Substitute
Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Easy and Healthy Mock Sour Cream Substitute, a quick and dairy-smart alternative to traditional sour cream! Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile recipe combines plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt) with zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of salt to create a creamy, tangy topping perfect for dips, baked potatoes, or your favorite recipes. Packed with protein and lower in fat, this guilt-free substitute delivers all the flavor without the heaviness of regular sour cream. Ideal for those seeking a plant-based, keto-friendly, or calorie-conscious option, this recipe is as simple to make as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt) as the base for your substitute.
Squeeze in the lemon juice and pour in the apple cider vinegar to add acidity and tang similar to traditional sour cream.
Sprinkle the salt over the mixture to balance the flavors.
Using a whisk or spoon, stir the mixture thoroughly until smooth and well-combined.
Taste the mixture and adjust the tanginess by adding a little more lemon juice or apple cider vinegar, if needed.
Once the desired taste is achieved, transfer the mock sour cream substitute to an airtight container.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before use to allow the flavors to meld together.
Use as a 1:1 replacement for sour cream in dips, toppings, or recipes as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
164 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.6 g | 3% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 670 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 7.5 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.8 g | ||
| Protein | 16.1 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
