Quick & Easy Homemade Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing Recipe
on May 30, 2024, Updated Feb 02, 2025
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Have you looked at the ingredients (and price) of store-bought dressings lately? I’m sharing my favorite Greek yogurt ranch dressing recipe. This healthy ranch dressing is a game-changer. It’s incredibly easy to make, packed with protein, and free from preservatives.
My family loves homemade ranch dressing as a veggie dip, salad dressing, and in other sauces. You’ll want to put this tangy and creamy salad dressing on everything!
Table of Contents
- Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing Recipe
- Recipe Tip
- How to Make Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
- Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipe Variations
- Keto Ranch Dressing Recipe
- How to Store Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
- What to Eat with Ranch Dressing
- Can I Use Non-fat Greek Yogurt?
- Can I Use Dried Herbs Instead of Fresh?
- More Salad Recipes You’ll Love
- Quick & Easy Ranch Salad Dressing Makes Life Taste Better Recipe
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing Recipe
I love this homemade Greek yogurt ranch dressing so my family can eat healthier without sacrificing any flavor or snacks they love. My kids eat more veggies because they use them as vehicles to get the homemade ranch in their mouths.
The whole-fat yogurt gives it a creamy texture. There are only a few ingredients, and you probably already have most of them in your kitchen.
This dressing recipe is so easy to make, my kids fight over who gets to make it. I love that they are in the kitchen making something fresh and good for them. It beats store-bought any day.
Ingredients for Homemade Ranch Dressing
You only need a few ingredients to make ranch dressing at home. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Greek Yogurt: I use full fat because it gives a much better texture and creaminess to the dressing.
- Dill: Dill is easy to grow in your home garden and gives a fresh flavor to so many dishes.
- Parsley: I prefer using fresh. Mince it finely.
- Chives: These add a bit of a kick to the dressing. It’s a mild kick, though.
- Onion powder: You could use fresh onion as well that has been finely chopped. Fresh onion gives a more pungent flavor.
- Garlic: Use fresh if available, otherwise dried garlic powder works equally as well.
- Salt: Add to your taste preferences. I find 1/2 a teaspoon works pretty well for my family.
- Black pepper: If you like more of a kick, add more than the recipe calls for.
- Dijon mustard: Adds a complex, tangy flavor with just a hint of spice.
- Lemon juice: Fresh squeezed is best, but bottled will also work. It adds tang to the homemade dressing recipe.
- Milk: Use milk to thin out the dressing as needed. I like mine to be pretty thick, but adding milk lets you adapt it to your family’s preferences. If I’m making a dip, I leave out the milk entirely.
Recipe Tip
A food processor is helpful for blending everything together, but a sharp knife, cutting board, and whisk are equally effective.
How to Make Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
I promised this recipe is easy to make, and it is. If you have a food processor, start with the fresh herbs and garlic. Pulse them a few times to mince the garlic and easily chop the herbs. Then, add the remaining ingredients and pulse to combine.
If you don’t have a food processor, that’s ok! Get out a cutting board and knife. Finely chop your fresh herbs, put all ingredients in a jar with a lid, and shake to combine. Done!
If you use dried herbs you don’t need to chop anything at all, and it still tastes great.
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Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipe Variations
When you look for salad dressings in the store aisles, there are so many options and variations. Did you know you can make the same variations at home and keep your dressings healthy?
- Spicy Ranch Dressing: Add sriracha, cayenne pepper, or chipotle powder to the base ranch recipe for a kick of heat. My kids like this variation for snacking.
- Avocado Ranch Dressing: Blend a ripe avocado in the food processor with other ingredients. Makes it even creamier and adds healthy fats.
- Greek Ranch Dressing: Mix in some crumbled feta cheese and chopped cucumber for a Mediterranean twist on the classic ranch. This variation is refreshing and perfect for Greek salads.
- BBQ Ranch Dressing: Stir in a bit of your favorite BBQ sauce for a smoky, tangy addition. Ideal for pairing with grilled meats or as a dip for chicken tenders.
- Blue Cheese Ranch Dressing: Crumble in some blue cheese for a bold, tangy flavor. This variation is perfect for drizzling over a wedge salad or serving with buffalo wings.
- Honey Mustard Ranch Dressing: Combine a tablespoon of honey and Dijon mustard for a sweet and tangy twist. This dressing is great for salads or as a dip for chicken nuggets.
- Bacon Ranch Dressing: Mix in some finely chopped, crispy bacon for a smoky, savory flavor. This variation is a hit on baked potatoes or as a dip for veggie sticks.
These variations can be used as both salad dressings or dips.
Keto Ranch Dressing Recipe
Another variation on this recipe is to make it keto-friendly. Greek yogurt is high in protein and fat, but the milk is not keto-friendly. Either leave it out entirely, or swap it out for a keto-friendly milk such as almond or coconut.
How to Store Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing
Store your homemade ranch dressing in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to two weeks. It never lasts that long in my house, but it will keep for a while!
What to Eat with Ranch Dressing
My kids will tell you ranch can go on literally anything. We love using it for our favorite salads, dipping vegetables, wings, burgers, zucchini fries, and pizza.
Can I Use Non-fat Greek Yogurt?
Yes, non-fat Greek yogurt works well, but using full-fat or 2% yogurt yields a creamier texture. I prefer using full-fat dairy when possible.
Can I Use Dried Herbs Instead of Fresh?
Dried herbs work perfectly fine for this homemade ranch dressing recipe. Use about one-third the amount of dried herbs as you would fresh.
Is Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing Healthier than Store-Bought?
Have you ever looked at the ingredients on store bought dressing? If not, you should. A popular brand of ranch dressing contains MSG and artificial flavors, has 240 calories, 14 grams of fat, and only 1 gram of protein per serving.
To compare, my recipe contains 28 calories, 1 gram of fat, and 3 grams of protein! You guys, there are only 224 calories in the ENTIRE recipe, so EAT UP!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Organic Plain Greek Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon dried onion powder
- 1 garlic clove, minced (or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Organic Whole Milk, or to desired consistency
Instructions
- If using a food processor, pulse the fresh herbs and garlic several times until well chopped. Add the remaining ingredients and pulse to combine. A slightly mounded palmful of unchopped fresh herbs should equal about one tablespoon chopped. I eyeball it.
- Add one tablespoon of milk at a time, until you reach the desired consistency. I added about 3 tablespoons for a runnier salad dressing, but would add none to turn this into a creamier dip.
- Store in the fridge for up to one week.
- To make without a food processor, combine everything in a jar. Mix well or shake to thoroughly combine.
