Best 3 Greek Yogurt Ranch Salad Dressing Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

If you're looking for a light and refreshing salad dressing that's packed with flavor, Greek yogurt ranch is a great option. It's made with Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and a variety of herbs and spices, and it's a perfect complement to any salad. Plus, it's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GREEK YOGURT RANCH SALAD DRESSING



Greek Yogurt Ranch Salad Dressing image

Made with Greek yogurt, it's zesty, creamy, and so much more wholesome and flavorful than store-bought ranch dressing.

Provided by Van Dana

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Yogurt Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 12

½ tablespoon vinegar
⅓ cup milk, or as needed
2 tablespoons dried parsley
1 teaspoon dried dill
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried basil
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
5 fresh chives, finely chopped
salt to taste
1 cup Greek yogurt

Steps:

  • Pour vinegar into a 1-cup liquid measure. Add enough milk to make 1/3 cup. Let sit for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, pepper, paprika, chives, and salt in a small bowl. Mix in Greek yogurt. Gradually stir in buttermilk to thin out dressing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 41.9 calories, Carbohydrate 2.4 g, Cholesterol 6.4 mg, Fat 2.7 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 42 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

HOMEMADE GREEK YOGURT RANCH DRESSING



Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing image

Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing - easy, healthy, and delicious! Only 12 calories per tablespoon and full of yummy spices, non fat plain greek yogurt, and a dash of buttermilk!

Provided by Jennifer Debth

Categories     Dressing

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon dried parsley
1/2 - 2 teaspoons garlic powder
1/2 - 2 teaspoons onion powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 - 1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh chives
1 cup non fat plain greek yogurt
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place the spices (dried parsley - fresh chives) into a food processor and pulse a few times, until the spices have been ground up a bit.
  • Scrape down the sides.
  • Place the remaining ingredients - greek yogurt, buttermilk, Dijon, and lemon juice - into the food processor and pulse until the ingredients have been fully incorporated.
  • Scrape down the sides, if needed, and pulse again.
  • Transfer into a sealable container (like a mason jar) and place in the fridge until you're ready to use it!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 14 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 1 mg, Sodium 232 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, TransFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

GREEK YOGURT RANCH DRESSING



Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing image

This is a creamy, tangy dressing that gives a fresh herbal flavor to whatever it is paired with. My family likes it on tacos and burritos as well as on salads.

Provided by TYEBUG

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Yogurt Dressing Recipes

Time 5m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 ½ cups plain fat-free Greek yogurt
2 green onions, trimmed
½ bunch fresh cilantro
1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
3 cloves garlic, peeled
1 teaspoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Combine Greek yogurt, green onions, cilantro, ranch mix, garlic, and olive oil in a blender; blend until dressing is smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 18.5 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 2.1 g, Sodium 91.1 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Make sure the Greek yogurt is plain and unsweetened.
  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • To make a thicker dressing, add more Greek yogurt or cream cheese.
  • To make a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk or milk.
  • Season the dressing to taste with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
  • Use the dressing on salads, grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables.

Conclusion:

Greek yogurt ranch salad dressing is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional ranch dressing. It's made with Greek yogurt, buttermilk, herbs, and spices. It's perfect for salads, grilled chicken, fish, or vegetables. It's also a great way to add some extra protein and calcium to your diet.

Related Topics