Heart-Healthy Low Fat Ranch Dressing
Elevate your favorite dishes with this *Heart-Healthy Low Fat Ranch Dressing*, a guilt-free twist on the classic flavor we all love! Crafted with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt and tangy buttermilk, this recipe delivers rich ranch taste with a fraction of the fat and calories, making it perfect for health-conscious eaters. Fresh dill, parsley, and chives bring a vibrant herbal punch, while garlic and onion powders add depth to every bite. A hint of lemon juice ties the flavors together, creating a zesty and refreshing dressing. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile condiment is perfect as a salad topper, vegetable dip, or sandwich spread. Enjoy indulgence the healthy way with this quick and easy heart-healthy recipe that prioritizes flavor and wellness!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and low-fat buttermilk. Whisk them together until smooth.
Finely chop the fresh dill, parsley, and chives. You can use kitchen scissors for precision and ease.
Add the chopped herbs to the yogurt and buttermilk mixture, stirring gently to combine.
Incorporate the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the seasonings.
Squeeze in the lemon juice. Stir the dressing until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined, and the mixture is smooth and homogeneous.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or lemon juice according to your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a serving container or a mason jar for convenient storage.
Refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve this heart-healthy low-fat ranch dressing chilled as a topping for salads, a dip for fresh vegetables, or even as a spread in wraps and sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
247 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.0 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 30 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 811 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 675 mg | 14% | |
*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.
