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    Healthy Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt

    Published: Mar 3, 2020 · Modified: Jan 22, 2023 by Kathleen Higashiyama · The following content may contain affiliate links. When you click and shop the links, we receive a commission.

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    Healthy Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt is a light and healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing without sacrificing any of the flavor! It can be enjoyed on salads, with chicken wings, french fries, or even with a crunchy vegetable platter.

    Greek Yogurt Ranch

    This healthy Greek yogurt dressing takes just a couple of minutes to make. That's it! Just a couple minutes of your time for a dressing full of flavor and much healthier than any store bought dressing with buttermilk. Although it's made with healthy, lower fat ingredients compared to tradition ranch dressing, it does not skip out on flavor.

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    • About Ranch Dressing without Buttermilk
    • Ingredients
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Instructions
    • Recipe FAQs
    • What to Serve with Healthy Ranch Dressing
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Top Tips
    • Related Recipes
    • Did You Like This Recipe?
    • Healthy Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt

    About Ranch Dressing without Buttermilk

    Ranch dressing is typically made with buttermilk and sour cream, making the dressing tangy and creamy. While buttermilk and sour cream are delicious in ranch, Greek yogurt is a healthier alternative that yields the same delicious results.

    BBQ Chicken with Greek Yogurt Granch Dressing

    Ingredients

    • Greek yogurt - Plain Greek yogurt is a healthy base alternative to traditional buttermilk.
    • Onion powder - Onion powder adds a sharp aroma and hint of sweetness.
    • Garlic powder - Garlic powder adds a hint of spice and the classic aroma
    • Kosher salt - Kosher salt is a coarse edible salt that enhances all the flavors of the dish.
    • Lemon juice - Lemon adds citrus flavor that brightens the dish.
    • Fresh green onions - Green onions add a mild finishing touch.
    • Water - Water keeps the dressing from getting too thick.

    Substitutions

    • Chives - Replace onion powder with chives for a more mild onion flavor
    • Buttermilk - Replace ⅓ cup yogurt with ⅓ cup buttermilk for a thicker and slightly richer greek yogurt buttermilk dressing.

    Variations

    • Black pepper - Add fresh ground black pepper for a hint of spice.
    • Honey - A little bit of honey will provide sweetness to balance the savoriness of the dressing.
    • Parsley - Add a little dried parsley for an earthy and peppery aroma.
    • Dill - Add a teaspoon dried dill to add brightness and sweetness.
    • Dijon mustard - Dijon mustard will add tanginess.

    Instructions

    • Add ingredients to food processor or blender - First, add Greek yogurt, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, lemon juice, green onions, and water to the blender bowl of a food processor. 
    • Pulse food processor or blender - Then, pulse and blend Greek yogurt mixture until it reaches a well-blended, creamy consistency. This will take about 30 seconds. If you do not have a food processor, use a blender instead and blend for about one minute.
    • Serve and enjoy - Once the ingredients are blended, scoop the ranch dressing into serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives to be used immediately.

    Recipe FAQs

    Why is ranch dressing unhealthy?

    Typical ranch dressing is high in sodium and saturated fat. Our Greek yogurt ranch dressing is lower in both sodium and saturated fat than typical ranch dressing.

    What does Greek yogurt ranch dressing taste like?

    Greek yogurt ranch dressing tastes almost identical to normal ranch. If you want to spice it up, you can add more seasoning.

    Which Greek yogurt is best for ranch dressing?

    We recommend using a thick and creamy Greek yogurt such as Trader Joe's Greek yogurt or Fage. Don't use a low-fat or thin Greek yogurt or the dressing will be too thin.

    What to Serve with Healthy Ranch Dressing

    Greek yogurt ranch dressing is a versatile sauce that goes well with so many dishes. Enjoy it with our BBQ chicken salad, as a sauce for our Cast Iron Skillet Burger or Wagyu Burger, or as a dipping sauce for veggies and fries. Check out our sides for more options!

    Equipment

    To make this gluten free healthy ranch dressing, you will only need a food processor or blender. If you don't have a food processor, we highly recommend adding it to your kitchen essentials.

    To explore more kitchen items to make your kitchen complete, head to our shop: Kat’s Kitchen Essentials.

    Storage

    Refrigerate Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing in an air-tight container, such as a mason jar, for up to 4 days. Before using Greek yogurt dressing, stir it softly until it reaches its original consistency.

    Top Tips

    • If you are using this ranch as salad dressing, all you need to do is add the salad ingredients and ranch to a large mason jar, then shake to mix everything up!
    • If you don't love vegetables, use this ranch dressing as a dipping sauce to make veggies delicious.

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    Healthy Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt

    Healthy Ranch Dressing with Greek Yogurt is a light and healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing without sacrificing any of the flavor! It can be enjoyed on salads, with chicken wings, or even with a yummy vegetable platter.
    Prep Time2 mins
    Total Time2 mins
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories: 133kcal
    Author: Kathleen Higashiyama

    Equipment

    • 1 Food processor

    Ingredients 

    • 1 cup Greek yogurt
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
    • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh green onions or chives plus more for garnish (optional)
    • 1 tablespoon water

    Instructions

    • Add ingredients to food processor or blender - First, add Greek yogurt, onion powder, garlic powder, kosher salt, lemon juice, green onions, and water to the blender bowl of a food processor.
      1 cup Greek yogurt, ½ teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon Kosher salt, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1 teaspoon chopped fresh green onions or chives, 1 tablespoon water
    • Pulse food processor or blender - Then, pulse and blend Greek yogurt mixture until it reaches a well-blended, creamy consistency. This will take about 30 seconds. If you do not have a food processor, use a blender instead and blend for about one minute.
    • Serve and enjoy - Once the ingredients are blended, scoop the ranch dressing into serving bowl and garnish with chopped chives to be used immediately or store in the refrigerator in an air-tight container.

    Notes

    Storage
    • Refrigerate ranch dressing in an air-tight container, such as a mason jar, for up to 4 days. When you are ready to use it again, stir it softly until it reaches its original consistency.
    Top Tips
    • If you are using this ranch recipe as salad dressing, all you need to do is add the salad ingredients and greek yogurt to a large mason jar, then shake to mix everything up!
    • If you are not someone who loves vegetables, use this ranch dressing as a dipping sauce to make veggies delicious.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 133kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 21g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 1238mg | Potassium: 339mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 229mg | Iron: 1mg
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