Low Fat Spicy Ranch Dressing

Elevate your salad game with this creamy, zesty, and guilt-free Low Fat Spicy Ranch Dressing. Made with protein-packed plain non-fat Greek yogurt and a splash of skim milk, this healthy ranch alternative delivers the same velvety texture you love without the extra calories. A bold blend of garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and a pinch of cayenne pepper adds just the right amount of heat, while dried dill and optional fresh parsley bring a refreshing herbal note. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing is perfect as a salad topping, veggie dip, or sandwich drizzle. Plus, it’s easy to customize—dial up the spice or tweak the seasonings to suit your palate. Refrigerate for a quick flavor infusion and enjoy a light yet indulgent addition to any meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Plain non-fat Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons Skim milk
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, finely chopped)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the plain non-fat Greek yogurt, skim milk, and fresh lemon juice. Whisk until smooth.

Step 2

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Stir until all spices are evenly distributed.

Step 3

If desired, fold in the finely chopped fresh parsley for an additional layer of flavor and a pop of color.

Step 4

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings if needed, adding more cayenne for extra spice or a pinch of salt for enhanced flavor.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Serve cold as a salad dressing, dip, or drizzle. Store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(298.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	200.3

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 8.9mg	0%
Sodium 1295.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.5g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 29.5g	0%

Vitamin D 13.5IU	0%
Calcium 393.9mg	0%
Iron 1.2mg	0%
Potassium 565.7mg	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: 1.9%

Protein: 61.1%

Carbs: 37.1%