Low Sodium Southwest Dressing

Elevate your salads and snacks with this tangy, flavorful Low Sodium Southwest Dressing! Made with creamy plain Greek yogurt, zesty fresh lime juice, and a bold blend of smoked paprika, cumin, and chili powder, this heart-healthy recipe skips the salt without skimping on taste. Chopped fresh cilantro and a touch of honey or agave syrup add a refreshing and slightly sweet finish, while unsalted tomato paste creates a rich, southwest-style base. Ready in just 10 minutes, this versatile dressing can be adjusted to your preferred consistency—whether as a thick dip or a pourable dressing. Perfect for drizzling over salads, filling wraps, or accompanying your favorite low-sodium snacks, this homemade recipe proves that wholesome and flavorful can go hand in hand!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt (unsalted)
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder (low sodium)
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Honey or agave syrup
• 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Water (as needed)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the plain Greek yogurt and unsalted tomato paste until smooth and well-combined.

Step 2

Add fresh lime juice, olive oil, and honey (or agave syrup). Whisk to incorporate all the wet ingredients thoroughly.

Step 3

Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all the spices are evenly distributed, creating a rich Southwest flavor.

Step 4

Fold in the finely chopped fresh cilantro to add brightness and freshness to the dressing.

Step 5

Gradually stir in water, one tablespoon at a time, adjusting the consistency to your preference. For a thicker dip-like consistency, use less water; for a pourable dressing, use the full amount.

Step 6

Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings if necessary, keeping it low sodium by avoiding salt.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Serve chilled over salads, drizzled in wraps, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite low-sodium snacks. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(237.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	393.4

Total Fat 29.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 4mg	0%
Sodium 51.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 19.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.3g	0%
Total Sugars 11.7g
Protein 9.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 123.9mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 424.6mg	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: 69.4%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 20.5%