Low Fat Classic Cream Dressing
Elevate your salads and vegetables with this deliciously tangy and creamy **Low Fat Classic Cream Dressing**, a guilt-free twist on a timeless favorite. Made with wholesome ingredients like low-fat Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, and a hint of Dijon mustard, this dressing delivers a velvety texture without the extra calories. Brightened with the zing of apple cider vinegar and fresh lemon juice, and subtly sweetened with a touch of honey, it strikes the perfect balance of flavors. Aromatic garlic and onion powders, along with optional fresh dill, add depth and a vibrant herbal note. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for drizzling over leafy greens, as a dip for fresh veggies, or even as a topping for grilled dishes. Healthy, quick, and irresistibly creamy, it’s the ultimate low-fat alternative for your favorite salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the low-fat Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, and Dijon mustard. Stir until well combined and smooth.
Add in the apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, and honey to the yogurt mixture. Mix well to incorporate fully.
Sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper into the bowl. Mix until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
If using, fold in the chopped fresh dill to add an herbal freshness to the dressing.
Taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld together.
Serve the dressing over a fresh green salad, as a topping for grilled vegetables, or as a low-fat dip option.
Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.3 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.0 g | 25% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 1049 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.5 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 20.6 g | 41% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 231 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 392 mg | 8% | |
*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.
