Heart-Healthy Creamy Dill Dressing
Light, tangy, and irresistibly creamy, this Heart-Healthy Creamy Dill Dressing is the perfect guilt-free addition to your favorite salads, grain bowls, or roasted veggies. Made with protein-packed non-fat Greek yogurt, freshly chopped dill, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, this recipe delivers big flavor with minimal calories. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil adds a silky texture, while garlic, honey, and a hint of onion powder create a perfectly balanced profile of savory and subtly sweet notes. Ready in just 10 minutes and packed with wholesome ingredients, this easy homemade dressing is a heart-smart alternative to store-bought options. Serve it chilled and let its vibrant freshness elevate every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Greek yogurt, non-fat
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
- 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add 1 cup of non-fat Greek yogurt as the base for the dressing.
Finely chop 2 tablespoons of fresh dill and add it to the bowl.
Squeeze the juice from a fresh lemon and add 2 tablespoons to the yogurt mixture.
Pour in 1 tablespoon of extra-virgin olive oil to enhance the creamy texture of the dressing.
Mince 1 clove of garlic and incorporate it into the mix for an aromatic touch.
Add 1 teaspoon of honey for a slight sweetness that balances the lemony tang.
Season with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.25 teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Add 0.25 teaspoon of onion powder to blend subtle savory flavors.
Stir all ingredients together until well combined, ensuring a smooth and creamy consistency.
Taste and adjust any seasonings as needed, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.6 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 1268 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.3 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 301 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 429 mg | 9% | |
*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.
