Low Fat Green Goddess Ranch
Elevate your salads and snacks with this luscious yet guilt-free Low Fat Green Goddess Ranch! Brimming with flavor, this creamy dressing combines the tangy richness of low-fat Greek yogurt and buttermilk with the silky texture of avocado. Fresh herbs like basil, parsley, chives, and tarragon bring vibrant, garden-fresh notes, while garlic and a bright splash of lemon juice add depth and zest. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this healthy spin on the classic Green Goddess Ranch is perfect for anyone seeking a lighter yet indulgent dressing or dip. Serve it chilled over crisp greens, roasted veggies, or as a crowd-pleasing dip for crudités.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Low-fat Greek yogurt
- 0.5 cup Buttermilk
- 1 medium Avocado
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley leaves
- 0.25 cup Fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon leaves
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Peel and pit the avocado, then scoop the flesh into a blender or food processor.
Add the low-fat Greek yogurt and buttermilk to the blender.
Add the fresh basil leaves, fresh parsley leaves, fresh chives, and fresh tarragon leaves to the blender.
Peel and chop the garlic clove and add it to the blender.
Add the lemon juice, salt, and ground black pepper to the blender.
Blend all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure everything is well blended.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to suit your preference.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled over salads, as a dip, or as a dressing for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
645 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.4 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.6 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 43 mg | 14% | |
| Sodium | 1455 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 60.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 32.8 g | 66% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 663 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 2234 mg | 48% | |
*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.
