Heart-Healthy Thousand Island Dressing

Elevate your salads, sandwiches, and snacks with this Heart-Healthy Thousand Island Dressing—a guilt-free twist on a classic favorite! Crafted with creamy low-fat Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk, this dressing boasts a rich, tangy flavor without the heavy calories. The addition of no-salt-added tomato paste, low-sodium dill pickle relish, and a touch of smoked paprika delivers layers of savory depth, while a hint of honey or maple syrup provides natural sweetness. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect for health-conscious food lovers looking to reduce fat and sodium while maximizing bold, zesty taste. Refrigerate for a quick, fresh option that pairs perfectly with salads, veggie platters, or as a spread for sandwiches.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Low-fat plain Greek yogurt (unsweetened)
• 2 tablespoons Unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tablespoon Tomato paste (no added salt)
• 2 tablespoons Dill pickle relish (low-sodium, if available)
• 1 teaspoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Honey or maple syrup
• 0.125 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
• 0.125 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the low-fat plain Greek yogurt and unsweetened almond milk until smooth and well combined.

Step 2

Add the tomato paste, dill pickle relish, and apple cider vinegar to the bowl. Stir until thoroughly incorporated.

Step 3

Mix in the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until the dressing is evenly colored and all the spices are well blended.

Step 4

Taste the mixture and add a small pinch of salt and black pepper if desired, adjusting to your preference.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve the Heart-Healthy Thousand Island Dressing with your favorite salad, use it as a spread, or pair it with vegetables as a dip. Store any leftovers in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(336.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	232.5

Total Fat 4.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 16.0mg	0%
Sodium 612.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.7g	0%
Total Sugars 15.4g
Protein 28.8g	0%

Vitamin D 11.0IU	0%
Calcium 313.9mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 574.5mg	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: 16.8%

Protein: 45.7%

Carbs: 37.6%