Robust Ranch Dip Healthy Snack for Kids
Delight your little ones with this *Robust Ranch Dip Healthy Snack for Kids*—a creamy, flavorful dip bursting with wholesome ingredients and perfect for picky eaters! Made with protein-packed plain Greek yogurt and a blend of garlic, onion, dill, and parsley, this ranch dip offers a healthier twist on the classic favorite. Fresh lemon juice and a touch of olive oil add tangy brightness, while optional chopped chives bring a pop of color and extra zest. Ready in just 10 minutes, this quick and easy recipe pairs beautifully with crisp, vitamin-rich veggie sticks like carrots, cucumbers, and bell peppers. It’s a fun, nutritious snack option that kids will love dipping into while parents can feel good about serving. Perfect for after-school munchies or party platters, this ranch dip is as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried dill
- 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Chopped fresh chives (optional)
- 2 cups Assorted veggies (e.g., carrot sticks, cucumber slices, bell pepper strips)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and dried parsley.
Add the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Whisk the mixture thoroughly until all the ingredients are well combined and the dip is smooth.
If desired, fold in the chopped fresh chives for added flavor and color.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
While the dip chills, wash and prepare the assorted veggies by cutting them into kid-friendly sticks or slices.
Once ready to serve, transfer the ranch dip to a small serving bowl and arrange the veggies around it on a platter.
Encourage the kids to dip the veggies into the creamy ranch and enjoy this healthy snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.8 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 24 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 916 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.8 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 450 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1844 mg | 39% | |
*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.
