Best 8 Light Bleu Cheese Dressing Recipes

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When it comes to tangy and creamy salad dressings, light bleu cheese dressing stands out as a flavorful and versatile option. With its bold yet balanced taste, it can elevate a simple salad to a culinary masterpiece. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a home cook looking for a new favorite dressing, this guide will provide you with the essential knowledge and tips to create the perfect light bleu cheese dressing that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOW FAT CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This simple, light, homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is made with Greek yogurt, blue cheese, lemon juice, mayonnaise and seasoning.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
6 oz fat free Greek yogurt (full fat for Keto)
1 tbsp light mayonnaise (full fat for Keto, check labels)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and yogurt together with a fork.
  • Stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic powder until well blended.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 52 kcal, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 0.5 g, Sugar 2.5 g

LIGHT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This homemade Light Blue Cheese Dressing has less fat and calories but is loaded with fresh, tangy flavor. A far less guilty way to enjoy creamy blue cheese dressing.

Provided by Valerie Brunmeier

Categories     Condiment

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 9

¾ cup light sour cream
½ cup mayonnaise (use a healthy fat mayo like olive oil mayonnaise)
⅓ cup crumbled blue cheese (see Notes)
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon minced garlic
½ lemon (juiced)
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup 2% reduced fat milk (or more or less, as needed)

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together adding as much milk as needed to obtain desired consistency.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 62 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Sodium 117 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 1 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     condiment

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 ounces (about 1/3 pound) double cream blue veined cheese, softened to room temperature
1/2 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup sour cream
Salt and pepper
2 pinches ground cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Mash softened cheese with fork in a bowl. Whisk in the cream and sour cream into cheese, the consistency should be smooth with an occasional small bit of blue. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.

LIGHT BLEU CHEESE DRESSING



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Make and share this Light Bleu Cheese Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by sugarnuts

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 25m

Yield 3/4 cup, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons light mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Put yogurt in cheese cloth in a small strainer over a bowl. Let drain in fridge 20 minutes.
  • Combine buttermilk, yogurt, vinegar, sugar and mayo til well blended. Season to taste. Fold in bleu cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.5, Fat 5.9, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 12, Sodium 244.4, Carbohydrate 3.3, Sugar 2.8, Protein 3.8

BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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I tasted this tangy blue cheese dressing for the first time at a friend's house. She gave me the recipe, and now I make it every week. I always keep some in my refrigerator. This homemade recipe tastes much better than bottled blue cheese dressing and it's a snap to make. -Barbara Nowakowski, North Tonawanda, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 5m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1-1/2 cups mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup cider vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup (4 ounces) crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Stir in the blue cheese. Cover and chill at least 2 hours. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

LONE STAR'S BLEU CHEESE DRESSING



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Make and share this Lone Star's Bleu Cheese Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Denise

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons buttermilk
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese
1/8 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Mix all ingredients together by hand in a small bowl until smooth.
  • Cover and chill for 30 minutes before serving.
  • Makes 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 44.8, Fat 2.7, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 149.7, Carbohydrate 2.3, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 1.5, Protein 2.9

BOB'S BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Prepare a flavorful summer salad by serving this dressing over mixed mesclun greens, hearts of romaine, sliced cucumber, tomato, and red onion.

Provided by GOOBNORTON

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the blue cheese, mayonnaise, sour cream, lemon juice, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, parsley, honey, pepper, and salt. Chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 11.9 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 215.1 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

EASY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This salad dressing is also delicious as a topping for baked potatoes.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Yield Makes 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 cup light mayonnaise
1/4 cup reduced-fat sour cream
1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, and 1/4 cup cold water. Stir in shallot and blue cheese, breaking up large pieces of cheese with a spoon. Season with salt and pepper.

Tips:

  • Use a good quality blue cheese. This will make all the difference in the flavor of the dressing.
  • Don't over-process the dressing. Just blend it until the blue cheese is evenly distributed.
  • Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Let the dressing chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve the dressing with your favorite salad greens, grilled chicken, or steak.

Conclusion:

This light blue cheese dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing, give this light blue cheese dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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