Ranch dressing is one of those versatile favorites — great on salads, perfect for dipping raw vegetables, and even tasty with pizza crust. While I adore the flavor, I’ve never been satisfied with most store-bought bottled ranches, especially the low-fat varieties that often taste artificial. Once I learned how simple it is to make a better, lighter ranch at home, I stopped buying the bottled versions altogether.
This homemade low-fat buttermilk ranch is creamy, fresh, and much lower in calories and fat than typical bottled dressings. It stores well in the fridge, so you can keep a jar on hand for quick salads, veggie platters, or as a flavorful dip. The recipe is straightforward and yields enough to share or to enjoy over several meals.
Low-Fat Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
10 minutes
10 minutes
Simple and flavorful, this lower-calorie buttermilk ranch is a refreshing alternative to bottled dressings.
Ingredients
- 2/3 cup fat-free sour cream
- 2/3 cup fat-free, plain Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup light mayonnaise
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. dried parsley
- 1 1/2 tsp. dried dill
- 1/2 tsp. salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp. fresh cracked pepper (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp. white balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup low-fat buttermilk (see note)
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the sour cream, Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
- Stir in the white balsamic vinegar, then gradually add the low-fat buttermilk, mixing until you reach the desired consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill before serving to let flavors meld.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 61
Total Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 5mg
Sodium: 301mg
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 3g
Protein: 4g
