Easy and Healthy Mock Sour Cream Substitute

Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Easy and Healthy Mock Sour Cream Substitute, a quick and dairy-smart alternative to traditional sour cream! Ready in just 5 minutes, this versatile recipe combines plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt) with zesty lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and a touch of salt to create a creamy, tangy topping perfect for dips, baked potatoes, or your favorite recipes. Packed with protein and lower in fat, this guilt-free substitute delivers all the flavor without the heaviness of regular sour cream. Ideal for those seeking a plant-based, keto-friendly, or calorie-conscious option, this recipe is as simple to make as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain unsweetened Greek yogurt (or plant-based yogurt) as the base for your substitute.

Step 2

Squeeze in the lemon juice and pour in the apple cider vinegar to add acidity and tang similar to traditional sour cream.

Step 3

Sprinkle the salt over the mixture to balance the flavors.

Step 4

Using a whisk or spoon, stir the mixture thoroughly until smooth and well-combined.

Step 5

Taste the mixture and adjust the tanginess by adding a little more lemon juice or apple cider vinegar, if needed.

Step 6

Once the desired taste is achieved, transfer the mock sour cream substitute to an airtight container.

Step 7

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before use to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Use as a 1:1 replacement for sour cream in dips, toppings, or recipes as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(261.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	164.4

Total Fat 1.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 8.0mg	0%
Sodium 670.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 7.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g	0%
Total Sugars 6.8g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 177.2mg	0%
Iron 0.2mg	0%
Potassium 259.0mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 10.3%

Protein: 61.2%

Carbs: 28.5%