by Selva Wohlgemuth, Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist
Making a homemade ranch dressing is super easy, cheap, and healthy!
The calories are much lower and the ingredients are clean.
All you need is a blender and 5 minutes of time.
Pair with veggies as a dip or drizzle into wraps.
Homemade Ranch Two Ways
Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
Makes approximately 2 cups
1/4 cup serving = 45kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 2 small containers 2% Fage yogurt
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar/lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1½ teaspoons onion powder
- 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
- ¾–1 teaspoon sea salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½–1 teaspoon dried dill
- fresh ground pepper to taste
- ¼ cup water
Vegan Ranch Dip
Makes approximately 2 cups
1/4 cup serving = 55kcal
INGREDIENTS
- 1 package Mori-Nu soft silken tofu
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar/lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup
- ¾–1 teaspoon sea salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried dill
- fresh ground pepper to taste
METHOD FOR BOTH RECIPES
Place all the ingredients into a blender and blend until smooth. Scrape down the sides with a spatula, if needed, to make sure all the spices are incorporated. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Transfer into a glass mason jar and store in refrigerator.
Establishing Healthy Routines
Read Selva's column in the September 2018 Co-op News to get some simple tips for providing healthy snacks.
Ask the Nutritionist
Have questions? Send them to contact@happybellynutritionist.com. Selva Wohlgemuth is a registered dietitian nutritionist. Learn more about her approach to general health and well-being at her Happy Belly Nutrition website, and see her recipes and other kitchen tips at Poppies and Papayas.
