This dressing is high in protein, lower in fat, and incredibly delicious! Perfect for salads, veggie dips, sandwiches, or even as a sauce for grilled meats, it’s an easy 5-minute recipe you’ll want to make again and again.
Ingredients
For the Ranch Dressing:
1 cup Greek yogurt (plain, full-fat or low-fat)
2 tablespoons buttermilk (or milk for a lighter version)
1 teaspoon lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon olive oil (optional for extra creaminess)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (adds depth of flavor)
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
½ teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
½ teaspoon dried chives (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
¼ teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1–2 teaspoons water (to thin, if needed)
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Mix the Dressing
In a bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, buttermilk, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth.
Add Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper.
Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
2. Adjust Consistency
If the dressing is too thick, add 1-2 teaspoons of water or more buttermilk until desired consistency is reached.
3. Let the Flavors Develop
For best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
4. Serve & Enjoy!
Use as a salad dressing, veggie dip, sandwich spread, or drizzle over grilled meats.
Notes
Customize
Make it Vegan – Use dairy-free yogurt and almond milk.
Make it Spicier – Add a pinch of cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
Extra Creamy – Mix in 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise or avocado.
Boost the Flavor – Add grated Parmesan for a cheesy twist.
