Heart-Healthy Spicy Ranch Dressing

Elevate your salads, wraps, and veggie platters with this Heart-Healthy Spicy Ranch Dressing—an irresistibly creamy, zesty blend that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful. Crafted with low-fat plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and olive oil mayonnaise, this recipe slashes the calories and saturated fat of traditional ranch without sacrificing its signature creaminess. A bold kick of smoked paprika and cayenne pepper pairs perfectly with aromatic herbs like dill, parsley, and chives, creating a dressing with just the right balance of spice and freshness. Ready in just 10 minutes with simple pantry staples, this guilt-free, protein-packed dressing is perfect for health-conscious eaters seeking big flavor in wholesome form. Thrill your taste buds and nourish your body with every spoonful!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup low-fat plain Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons olive oil mayonnaise (reduced fat)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon dried dill
• 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the low-fat plain Greek yogurt, unsweetened almond milk, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk until smooth and well blended.

Step 2

Add the olive oil mayonnaise to the bowl and whisk again until the mixture is creamy and uniform.

Step 3

Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly disperse the spices.

Step 4

Fold in the chopped fresh chives and parsley, then season the mixture with salt and black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste as needed.

Step 5

For a smoother consistency, add 1 additional tablespoon of almond milk, if desired.

Step 6

Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Serve chilled as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables, or a condiment for wraps and sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(335.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	303.7

Total Fat 14.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 34.4mg	0%
Sodium 878.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 18.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 10.4g
Protein 25.9g	0%

Vitamin D 11.0IU	0%
Calcium 376.3mg	0%
Iron 1.4mg	0%
Potassium 519.5mg	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: 42.1%

Protein: 33.6%

Carbs: 24.3%