Healthy Ranch Dressing
Creamy, flavorful, and guilt-free, this Healthy Ranch Dressing is the perfect companion for all your dipping and drizzling needs! Made with protein-packed Greek yogurt, a dash of light mayonnaise, and tangy buttermilk, this recipe delivers the classic ranch taste you love—with a healthier twist. Fresh herbs like parsley, dill, and chives add vibrant, aromatic notes, while a splash of lemon juice brightens every bite. This easy, 10-minute recipe is not only incredibly simple to whip up, but it also serves as a versatile option for salads, veggie platters, or as a topping for baked potatoes. Packed with wholesome ingredients and completely customizable, this homemade dressing is a fresh, preservative-free alternative to store-bought versions. Perfect for meal preps or quick, crowd-pleasing snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat or low-fat)
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise (light or avocado-based)
- 2 tablespoons Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoons Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and buttermilk. Whisk together until smooth and well-combined.
Add the finely chopped parsley, dill, and chives to the bowl. Mix gently to distribute the herbs evenly.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir until all the seasonings are fully incorporated.
Add the fresh lemon juice and mix again to enhance the tangy flavor.
Taste test your dressing and adjust the seasonings, such as adding more salt or lemon juice, if needed.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a dip for fresh vegetables, a dressing for your favorite salad, or a topping for baked potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
37 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.4 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 3 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 97 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.2 g | ||
| Protein | 2.4 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.1 mg | 1% | |
| Potassium | 52 mg | 1% | |
*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.
