Low Fat Southwest Dressing
Elevate your salads, tacos, and grain bowls with this creamy yet guilt-free Low Fat Southwest Dressing! Bursting with bold Southwest-inspired flavors, this easy-to-make dressing combines the tanginess of plain low-fat Greek yogurt with fresh lime juice and a perfectly balanced blend of spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika. For a touch of sweetness, honey is an optional addition, while a hint of hot sauce can add a customizable kick. Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile and healthy salad dressing can be adjusted to your preferred consistency with a splash of water. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this protein-packed, low-fat recipe is as nutritious as it is delicious. Keep it on hand for quick meals or meal prep—it stays fresh for up to a week in the fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Honey (optional for slight sweetness)
- 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Water (to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain low-fat Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice.
Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
If desired, add honey and hot sauce to enhance sweetness or spice, adjusting to your taste preferences.
Season with salt and black pepper, then whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, and whisk until you reach your desired dressing consistency.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more lime juice or spices for a stronger flavor if desired.
Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. It can be used immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
236 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.2 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 780 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.1 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.3 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 312 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*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.
