Low Fat Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing

Indulge in a guilt-free culinary delight with our Low Fat Classic Salad with Homemade Ranch Dressing, a fresh and wholesome twist on a beloved favorite. Crisp romaine lettuce, juicy cherry tomatoes, refreshing cucumber slices, and zesty red onion come together to create a vibrant, nutrient-packed salad base. Topped with a creamy, tangy homemade ranch dressing made from non-fat Greek yogurt, low-fat buttermilk, and a medley of herbs and spices, this recipe delivers all the flavor with none of the excess calories. Ready in just 20 minutes and perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying lunch, this light yet flavorful dish is an ideal choice for those seeking a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought dressings. Serve it as a standalone meal or pair it with your favorite protein for a balanced and delicious dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 head Romaine lettuce
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes
• 1 large Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 15 grams Fresh parsley
• 1 cup Non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup Low-fat buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 2 tablespoons Chives
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the salad. Wash and pat dry the romaine lettuce. Chop it into bite-sized pieces and place in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Add them to the salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, then slice it into thin rounds. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the salad.

Step 5

Finely chop the fresh parsley and add it to the mix. Toss the salad ingredients together.

Step 6

For the dressing, in a medium mixing bowl, combine the non-fat Greek yogurt and low-fat buttermilk.

Step 7

Add garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, chopped chives, salt, pepper, and lemon juice to the yogurt mixture. Whisk together until well combined.

Step 8

Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Drizzle the homemade ranch dressing over the salad just before serving or serve it on the side to allow individual portion control.

Step 10

Gently toss the salad with the dressing until evenly coated if dressing beforehand. Enjoy your low-fat classic salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1669.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	433.8

Total Fat 3.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g
Cholesterol 11.9mg	0%
Sodium 1597.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 34.4g
Protein 42.5g	0%

Vitamin D 63.5IU	0%
Calcium 726.5mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 3076.4mg	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: 6.3%

Protein: 36.3%

Carbs: 57.4%