Nutrition Facts for Heart-healthy classic blue cheese sauce

Heart-Healthy Classic Blue Cheese Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Heart-Healthy Classic Blue Cheese Sauce, a guilt-free twist on a rich and creamy favorite. Made with non-fat Greek yogurt, reduced-fat blue cheese, and a splash of skim milk, this recipe delivers the bold, tangy flavor you crave while keeping saturated fats in check. A hint of fresh lemon juice and a blend of garlic and onion powders add zesty depth, making it perfect for drizzling over salads, grilled proteins, or roasted veggies. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this low-fat blue cheese sauce is an effortless way to add gourmet flair to your dishes. Plus, its fresh parsley garnish and refreshing coolness make it a crowd-pleaser at any table. Perfect for health-conscious foodies, this light blue cheese sauce is a must-try!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100
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Prep Time:10 mins
Cook Time:0 mins
Total Time:10 mins
Servings: 8

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Plain Greek yogurt, non-fat
  • 3 ounces Reduced-fat blue cheese
  • 0.25 cup Skim milk
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
  • 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Crumble the reduced-fat blue cheese into small pieces and set aside.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the plain Greek yogurt and skim milk. Stir until the mixture is smooth.

Step 3

Add the crumbled blue cheese to the yogurt mixture, and gently fold it in using a spatula until evenly distributed.

Step 4

Add the fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, onion powder, and ground black pepper to the sauce. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5

For best results, cover the mixing bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Before serving, taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.

Step 7

Garnish the sauce with chopped fresh parsley before drizzling over your favorite dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (413.1g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 387.8
Total Fat 12.3g 0%
Saturated Fat 7.6g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 57.2mg 0%
Sodium 1286.5mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.5g 0%
Dietary Fiber 1.6g 0%
Total Sugars 14.1g
Protein 45.6g 0%
Vitamin D 45.1IU 0%
Calcium 825.1mg 0%
Iron 0.8mg 0%
Potassium 305.4mg 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: 29.5%
Protein: 48.6%
Carbs: 21.9%