Low Fat Southwest Dressing

Elevate your salads, tacos, and grain bowls with this creamy and flavorful Low Fat Southwest Dressing! Made with protein-packed plain low-fat Greek yogurt, fresh lime juice, and a medley of bold spices like chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika, this zesty dressing is the perfect healthy alternative to heavier dressings. A touch of honey and optional hot sauce lets you customize the sweetness and heat to suit your taste buds. Ready in just five minutes, this quick and easy recipe uses simple pantry staples to create a versatile condiment that’s low in fat but big on flavor. Thin it to your desired consistency with water and enjoy a guilt-free dressing that keeps well in the fridge for up to a week. Ideal for Tex-Mex-inspired dishes or as a dipping sauce for veggies, it’s a deliciously guilt-free way to add a southwestern flair to your meals!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:5 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Plain low-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Honey (optional for slight sweetness)
• 0.5 teaspoon Hot sauce (optional, to taste)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Water (to adjust consistency)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the plain low-fat Greek yogurt and fresh lime juice.

Step 2

Sprinkle in the chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

Step 3

If desired, add honey and hot sauce to enhance sweetness or spice, adjusting to your taste preferences.

Step 4

Season with salt and black pepper, then whisk everything together until the mixture is smooth and well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, and whisk until you reach your desired dressing consistency.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Add more lime juice or spices for a stronger flavor if desired.

Step 7

Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container. It can be used immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(324.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	236.0

Total Fat 5.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 24.5mg	0%
Sodium 780.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 23.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.1g	0%
Total Sugars 15.1g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 311.5mg	0%
Iron 1.9mg	0%
Potassium 460.0mg	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: 19.3%

Protein: 41.8%

Carbs: 38.8%