Low Fat Creamy Italian Salad Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this Low Fat Creamy Italian Salad Dressing, a guilt-free and flavor-packed alternative to traditional dressings. Made with protein-rich non-fat Greek yogurt and a splash of heart-healthy olive oil, this tangy and herb-infused dressing strikes the perfect balance between creamy texture and zesty Italian seasoning. White wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and a trio of aromatic dried herbs—oregano, basil, and parsley—combine to deliver restaurant-quality flavor in just 10 minutes. With an optional touch of honey for a hint of sweetness, this versatile dressing is ideal for drizzling over crisp salads, serving as a veggie dip, or even doubling as a marinade. Quick to make, low in calories, and bursting with freshness, it’s a must-have recipe for health-conscious food lovers!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Non-fat plain Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 tablespoons White wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional, for mild sweetness)
- 1-2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, add the non-fat plain Greek yogurt, olive oil, and white wine vinegar. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, and dried parsley. Mix thoroughly to incorporate all the herbs into the creamy base.
Season the dressing with salt, ground black pepper, and honey (if using). Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Gradually add 1 to 2 tablespoons of water to thin the dressing to your desired consistency. Whisk continuously as you add the water to maintain a creamy texture.
Pour the dressing into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the dressing a good shake or stir. Drizzle over salads, use as a dip for vegetables, or as a marinade for chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.2 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1405 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 25.8 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 319 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 116 mg | 2% | |
*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.
