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Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

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Finally, a Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing that is not full of a lot of nasty fats!

To be more specific, this is a healthier version of a classic mayonnaise and buttermilk based dressing and dip.

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Ranch dressing is known as that creamy and delicious salad dressing that can also serve as a dip.
It is also a perfect complement to vegetables, such as carrots, celery, and lettuce,

This salad dressing recipe is an alternative to the one that I used in my popular recipe for Easiest Greek Salad in Vinaigrette Dressing.

Certainly, that recipe was all about celebrating the Mediterranean diet with a great tasting salad that embraced a Vinaigrette dressing. This ranch dressing is a dressing that can work with so many other salads.

Do you want to learn more about the Mediterranean Diet?
Find out how to follow the Mediterranean Diet here.

If you were to ask does ranch dressing have mayo or mayonnaise, I would tell you yes.

Mayonnaise gives ranch dressing that creamy consistency that makes it so suitable for both a dressing and a dip.
Ranch dressing also has sour cream in it and the combination of the two ingredients can be one that is high in fat, which can make a salad not so healthy.

This ranch dressing recipe uses substitute ingredients to make it a lower fat recipe.

Using alternative ingredients for these dairy products can help us make this a more healthy alternative especially when it comes to making a healthy salad even better. Vegan diet followers can also use alternatives as I will show you.

If you were wondering is ranch dressing vegan-friendly, I would tell you not as prepared as we know it.

Ranch dressing contains mayonnaise which is made with eggs. However, we will use a vegan mayonnaise that is also lower in fat.

Homemade ranch dressing and also calls for sour cream.

Sour cream gives the ranch both that tangy flavor and more of that creamy base. An alternative for sour cream is Greek Yogurt. Vegan folks can use plant-based milk (soy, unsweetened almond etc) instead along with some vinegar.

Tips for making a great Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

So I just mentioned that ranch dressing is normally a dairy (with fat!) based recipe. However, using alternatives such as Greek Yogurt, Vegan plant-based milk (soy, unsweetened almond etc) and we will use a vegan mayonnaise that is also lower in fat, we can make this a Mediterranean diet-friendly ranch dressing.

Here are some more great tips for you.

  1. This recipe is for a ranch dressing. We know that ranch dressing also makes a great dip. To make this ranch dressing thicker in order to make a dip, you can add additional vegan mayonnaise and by not adding any or most of the milk.
  2. Ranch dressing is famous for the seasonings that are added to it. Feel free to jazz up or tone down your ranch dressing by altering both the amount and the kind of seasonings that you add to your dressing.
  3. An easy cheat for the seasonings is to use ranch dressing dry mix or seasoning (please read the ingredient labels) or you can explore other seasonings such as one of my favorites from Trader Joes!
  4. My son always adds a bit of hot sauce to jazz up his food. This could be a great idea especially if you are making a dip.

Seasoning is important so you may be asking what ranch seasoning is made of.

Not surprisingly, at least to me, much of what is in ranch seasoning is made from pretty common stuff that may be in your cabinet right now. For some folks, a lot of these seasonings come with salt.

Here are ingredients for ranch dressing that do not contain salt.

You can add your own salt as needed if you desired. What you will need to make your own ranch dressing mix you will need onion powder (1 tbsp), garlic powder (1 tbsp), dill(1-2 tbsp), parsley (1 tbsp), salt, (pinch or as desired)and pepper (pinch).

Here is how to store you homemade ranch dressing.

Ranch dressing should be stored in a covered container, such as a bottle like these, in the refrigerator. The properly stored dressing should keep for about a week.

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By the way, while you are here you may also be interested in these ideas.

  • The Best Easy Italian Bruschetta.
  • Use this ranch in my Easy Spanakopita Dip recipe!
  • How to Follow the Mediterranean Diet.

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Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

As mentioned, mentioned that ranch dressing is normally a dairy (with fat!) based recipe. However, using alternatives such as Greek Yogurt, Vegan plant-based milk (soy, unsweetened almond etc) and we will use a vegan mayonnaise that is also lower in fat, we can make this a Mediterranean diet-friendly ranch dressing.

I also mentioned that the seasonings used in this recipe are also important.

An easy cheat for the seasonings is to use ranch dressing dry mix or seasoning (please read the ingredient labels) or you can explore other seasonings such as one of my favorites from Trader Joes!

Ingredients that are needed in this Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

  • Vegan or Low Fat (or no fat or olive oil) Mayonnaise– 1 cup.
  • Plant Based Milk or Greek Yogurt- 1/2 cup
  • Vinegar– 1 tablespoon (omit if you are using yogurt). Apple cider vinegar works great.
  • Seasonings- 5-6 teaspoons total however, you can adjust this to your likings. I gave this recipe above for making your own dry ranch dressing ingredients (obviously yielding more than you will need for this recipe):
    • onion powder (1 tbsp)
    • garlic powder (1 tbsp)
    • dill(1-2 tbsp)
    • parsley (1 tbsp)
    • salt, (pinch or as desired)
    • pepper (pinch).
  • An easy cheat for the seasonings is to use ranch dressing dry mix or seasoning (please read the ingredient labels) or you can explore other seasonings such as one of my favorites from Trader Joes!
  • Optional- hot sauce– as desired.

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Make this recipe using a whisk in a mixing bowl or you can use a blender to make it.
Also, adjust the ingredients as needed to tailor this recipe to your needs for flavor and consistency.

How to make this recipe.

  • In a mixing bowl using a whisk or n a mixing bowl or you can use a blender, blend together the mayonnaise, milk or yogurt, and the vinegar (omit if you are using yogurt).
  • Blend in the seasonings. Taste the dressing and adjust for flavor and consistency as needed.
  • Store the ranch dressing in a covered container, such as a bottle like these, in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

This easy and delicious recipe for Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing can be made vegan and is perfect for salads or as a dip.
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Yield: 10 servings

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing

This easy and delicious recipe for Mediterranean Diet Ranch Dressing can be made vegan and is perfect for salads or as a dip.

Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • Vegan or Low Fat (or no fat or olive oil) Mayonnaise– 1 cup.
  • Plant Based Milk or Greek Yogurt- 1/2 cup
  • Vinegar– 1 tablespoon (omit if you are using yogurt).
  • Apple cider vinegar works great. Seasonings- 5-6 teaspoons total, however, you can adjust this to your likings
  • Seasonings- 5-6 teaspoons total however, you can adjust this to your likings.
  • I gave this recipe above for making your own dry ranch dressing ingredients (obviously yielding more than you will need for this recipe):
  • onion powder (1 tbsp)
  • garlic powder (1 tbsp)
  • dill(1-2 tbsp) parsley (1 tbsp)
  • salt, (pinch or as desired)
  • pepper (pinch).
  • An easy cheat for the seasonings is to use ranch dressing dry mix or seasoning (please read the ingredient labels) or you can explore other seasonings such as one of my favorites from Trader Joes! Optional- hot sauce– as desired.

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl using a whisk or n a mixing bowl or you can use a blender, blend together the mayonnaise, milk or yogurt, and the vinegar (omit if you are using yogurt).
  • Blend in the seasonings. Taste the dressing and adjust for flavor and consistency as needed.
  • Store the ranch dressing in a covered container, such as a bottle like these, in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Notes

As mentioned, mentioned that ranch dressing is normally a dairy (with fat!) based recipe. However, using alternatives such as Greek Yogurt, Vegan plant-based milk (soy, unsweetened almond etc) and we will use a vegan mayonnaise that is also lower in fat, we can make this a Mediterranean diet-friendly ranch dressing.

I also mentioned that the seasonings used in this recipe are also important.

An easy cheat for the seasonings is to use ranch dressing dry mix or seasoning (please read the ingredient labels) or you can explore other seasonings such as one of my favorites from Trader Joes!

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

10

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 25Total Fat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 0gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 21mgCarbohydrates: 2gFiber: 0gSugar: 1gProtein: 3g

*Please check the nutritional labels to assure that you are sticking to your diet restrictions for any substitutions used. - see post for alternatives Please see recipe post for further details on this recipe. Nutritional Information is only an estimate and can vary especially with ingredients that are used.

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