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    Home » Recipes » Sauces & Dressings

    The BEST Yogurt Ranch Dressing

    Published: Jan 7, 2021 · Modified: Jul 24, 2022 by Lauren · This post may contain affiliate links · 3 Comments

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    This creamy yogurt ranch dressing is so easy to make, and it will make your kids want to actually EAT their veggies!...at least mine did. 🙂

    Healthy yogurt ranch dressing

     

    I probably go to the grocery store 2-3 times each week...is that nuts or what??

    I buy a lot of fresh produce, so that's the preponderance of my purchases.

    Typically, I make daily salads, and my girls have recently been enjoying them with me. They're 11 and 9 now and developing a more mature palate, which equals a greater appreciations for veggies!

    Today's dressing (along with a yet unposted Caesar) is their favorite accompaniment to a bowl o' greens!

    Using yogurt

    As the title says, yogurt is the base of this dressing, though I've also used kefir with great results.

    The yogurt mixed with a small amount of mayo makes for a terrific ranch dressing that's way better than that hidden valley something or other.

    Combine the above with a few herbs and you have one tasty salad topper!

    This recipe actually helps my kids eat more vegetables, since it can also double as a dip.

    If that's not a selling point, I don't know what is.

    Ranch dressing with yogurt and mayo

     

    We have made this recipe many times over the years, and Jade will even make it on her own.

    She has a great technique in that she first takes a slice of sourdough bread and makes her own croutons. Then, she prepares a batch of this dressing. Finally, she tosses the aforementioned with a handful of greens, some chopped chicken, and a big sprinkle of grated parmesan.

    It's delicious!

    If you enjoy adding yogurt to recipes, try some of these:

    Oven-Baked Chocolate Cake

    Coconut Flour Pizza Crust

    No Pudge Fudge Brownie

    Ranch dressing with yogurt and mayo
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    The BEST Yogurt Ranch Dressing

    This creamy yogurt ranch dressing is easy and quick to make, and it makes a delicious accompaniment to salads and raw veggies.
    Prep Time5 mins
    Total Time5 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Dressing, Grain-free, Healthy
    Servings: 4 servings
    Calories: 37kcal

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup plain yogurt (I use full-fat)
    • 1 (heaping) Tbsp mayo (I use soy-free Vegenaise)
    • 1 tsp lemon juice
    • 1 garlic clove minced
    • ⅛ tsp dried tarragon
    • ⅛ tsp dried dill
    • dash sea salt
    • few grinds black pepper

    Instructions

    • Stir everything together until well combined.
    • You can use it right away, but it tastes best if you let the flavors meld in the fridge for a bit.

    Notes

    Nutrition facts based on using full-fat yogurt and regular mayo.
    WW SmartPoints: 2

    Nutrition

    Sugar: 1.8g | Fiber: 0.4g | Calories: 37kcal | Fat: 2.3g | Protein: 1.2g | Carbohydrates: 3.2g

    Notes:

    Plain kefir can also be used in place of yogurt. 

    Beauty-approved!

     

    Low calorie homemade ranch dressing

     

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    1. Laura

      January 07, 2021 at 11:25 pm

      I just use full fat Greek yogurt all the way, no mayo and it tastes amazing. I really appreciate all of your hard work posting all of your amazing recipes. Take care...

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    2. Billy

      June 26, 2018 at 2:24 pm

      This dressing looks great. I love homemade ranch but I've yet to make it with kefir! Thanks so much for sharing the idea!

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    3. Veronica

      June 22, 2018 at 9:01 am

      This is a really cool recipe! Im looking forward to giving this a go!

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