Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip Quick And Easy Wellplated Com

Say buh-bye fatty ranch dressing that negates every salad it touches. Hello to this protein-packed skinny ranch dip! As I shared back when I posted this Roasted Red Pepper Parmesan Dip, nothing makes me more skeptical than a dip that advertises itself as “skinny.” Most of the time, I’d rather have less of the real-deal than more of a low-fat dip that doesn’t satisfy. Fortunately for us, a thick, dreamy base of plain Greek yogurt is the ideal stealthy healthy vehicle for the addictive garlic, onion, and dill spices that create classic ranch flavor. Ben, who ingests vegetables with the attitude most humans apply towards cough syrup—a necessary evil—ate a good chunk of this Greek yogurt dip with carrots before I had even started the photographs!

How to Make Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

All you need for this ranch-style Greek yogurt dip is a cup of your favorite non-fat plain Greek yogurt and a handful of dried herbs and spices that you likely keep stocked in your pantry.

The Ingredients

Greek Yogurt. Packed with protein, one of my favorite ways to use non-fat plain Greek yogurt is to turn it into a healthy Greek yogurt dip or sauce. It’s the best “skinny” swap for sour cream which is commonly used in other dip recipes.

Garlic Powder and Onion Powder. Lends some zip and a little bite to the dip.Dill and Chives. Brings color, freshness and that signature ranch flavor.Worcestershire Sauce. Adds saltiness and craveable, savory umami flavor to the dip.Cayenne Pepper. Just a pinch of this spice goes a long way in adding a touch of heat to this cooling dip.

The Directions

Storage Tips

To Store. Refrigerate leftover ranch-style greek yogurt dip in an airtight container for up to three days.

Recommended Tools to Make this Recipe

Mixing Bowls. I love this everyday set of nesting glass mixing bowls.Measuring Spoons. A staple item for every kitchen.

(That said, I love this healthy homemade herb and spice blend though because it cuts down the sodium substantially from what is typically found in the Hidden Valley packets.) Here are a few of my favorite ways to enjoy this healthy, low-calorie dip:

As a dip with Baked French Fries or Sweet Potato Fries.Spread on a Pulled Chicken Sandwich or Avocado Chicken Burger.Dolloped between layers of bacon and tomato on a Classic BLT.Serve alongside a platter of Grilled Portobello Mushrooms.