Low Cal Creamy Garlic Dressing

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Elevate your salads and snacks with this refreshingly light yet luxuriously creamy Low Cal Creamy Garlic Dressing. Made with protein-packed non-fat Greek yogurt, freshly minced garlic, and a zesty blend of lemon juice and apple cider vinegar, this recipe delivers bold flavor without the guilt. A touch of Dijon mustard, honey, and olive oil adds just the right balance of tangy and sweet, while optional water allows you to customize the consistency to your liking. Whipped up in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over greens, using as a dip for crisp veggies, or adding a garlicky kick to grain bowls—all while staying low-calorie, heart-healthy, and completely satisfying!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 10 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 1 cup Greek yogurt (non-fat, plain)
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tablespoons Water (optional, for thinning)

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Peel the garlic cloves and finely mince them, or use a garlic press for a smoother consistency.

2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the minced garlic, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, and honey.

3. Whisk the mixture together thoroughly until it’s smooth and creamy.

4. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting as desired.

5. If the dressing is too thick for your liking, gradually whisk in 1 to 2 tablespoons of water until your preferred consistency is achieved.

6. Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

7. Serve chilled over your favorite salad or use as a dip for fresh vegetables.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (34.5g)

Calories		26
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		0.6 g	1%
	Saturated Fat	0.1 g	0%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		1 mg	0%
Sodium		119 mg	5%
Total Carbohydrate		2.1 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.0 g	0%
	Total Sugars	1.3 g
Protein		2.8 g	6%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		27 mg	2%
Iron		0.0 mg	0%
Potassium		48 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50 cal (20.4%%)

Protein: 112 cal (45.4%%)

Carbs: 84 cal (34.2%%)