Easy Low Calorie Ranch Dressing Recipe (High-Protein)

This low-calorie ranch dressing recipe is as easy as they come! It revolutionized my health journey. You will not miss normal ranch after having this! This ranch dressing is great on salads, as a dip, and as a base for other dressings (hello BBQ ranch, avocado ranch, etc.). Also, you will only need three simple ingredients, all of which can be purchased at any grocery store. Each 1/3-cup serving has 53 calories and 6 grams of protein.

Equipment Used for Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing

This recipe only requires measuring cups/measuring spoons if you choose not to eyeball the measurements. While you can stir the ingredients together, I find it easier and faster to use a small blender.

Ingredients Used for Low-Calorie Ranch Dressing

This low calorie ranch dressing recipe requires just three ingredients:

  1. Plain Greek yogurt, nonfat
  2. Skim milk (or other milk of choice)
  3. Ranch seasoning of choice (I use Hidden Valley)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Below are common questions related to this low calorie ranch dressing recipe.

  1. Q: Do I need a blender?
    • A: Nope, mixing by hand also works!
  2. Q: Can I use homemade ranch seasoning?
    • A: Sure thing; I use Hidden Valley for the convenience and because we always have it on hand for my ranch-addicted husband.
  3. Q: Can I turn this into a dip instead?
    • A: Absolutely! If you wish to do this, start with about half of the milk and see how much more you need to add for your desired consistency.

Time-Saving Tips for 3-Ingredient Healthy, High-Protein Ranch Dressing

  1. Keep a container of this at work to use for lunches throughout the week!
  2. Additionally, you can keep a container in the fridge at home for easy snacks, especially for kids. Baby carrots and ranch are a classic combo.

Serving Suggestions for Healthy, High-Protein Ranch Dressing

  1. On any salad! I frequently eat a salad this dressing, my Easy Blackstone Carne Asada, avocado, and cherry tomatoes.
  2. In any wrap
  3. As a dip for chicken tenders/nuggets
  4. Lastly, as a topping for customizable bowls

3-Ingredient Ranch Dressing

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 53 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup plain, nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 1/3 cup skim milk
  • 1.5 tbsp ranch seasoning

Instructions
 

  • Blend all ingredients in a blender, or mix by hand.
  • Taste and adjust seasoning/consistency as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.33cupCalories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 6gFat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.01gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gTrans Fat: 0.003gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 448mgPotassium: 105mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 44IUCalcium: 82mgIron: 0.04mg
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Nutrition Facts
3-Ingredient Ranch Dressing
Serving Size
 
0.33 cup
Amount per Serving
Calories
53
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
0.2
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
 
0.1
g
1
%
Trans Fat
 
0.003
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0.01
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0.02
g
Cholesterol
 
3
mg
1
%
Sodium
 
448
mg
19
%
Potassium
 
105
mg
3
%
Carbohydrates
 
6
g
2
%
Sugar
 
3
g
3
%
Protein
 
6
g
12
%
Vitamin A
 
44
IU
1
%
Calcium
 
82
mg
8
%
Iron
 
0.04
mg
0
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

One response to “Easy Low Calorie Ranch Dressing Recipe (High-Protein)”

  1. […] Diced with a salad – one of my favorite lunches to bring to work! I usually include chopped romaine, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced avocado. Of course, this salad is not complete without a delicious dressing! I frequently opt for my high-protein, low-calorie ranch. […]

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