Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip (Low-Calorie, High-Protein)
By Carine Claudepierre
Published on 09/20/2022 - Last updated on 08/10/2023
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This Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip is a quick and easy high-protein, low-calorie dip recipe perfect as an appetizer or snack to dip any raw vegetables, chips, or crackers.
Plus, this homemade ranch dip recipe brings you 12 grams of proteins and less than 100 kcal for a fulfilling snack.
What’s A Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip?
A ranch dip is a creamy thick dip with a healthier twist to the classic American ranch dressing recipe usually made from sour cream, or mayonnaise.
It’s using the same combination of ranch flavors and spices: garlic, onion, dill, and chives, but Greek yogurt as a base for a healthier dip, higher in proteins.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
A Greek yogurt ranch dip is naturally:
- High-protein
- Low-carb and keto-friendly
- Gluten-free
- Nut-free
- Easy to make dairy-free and vegan-friendly using plain Greek Style coconut yogurt or soy yogurt.
How To Make Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
This ranch dip with Greek yogurt is a very easy dip recipe, ready in less than 10 minutes using only a few simple ingredients.
It’s a great recipe for a last-minute appetizer or everyday snack.
Ingredients
All you need are:
- Plain Greek Yogurt – feel free to use your favorite one, some Greek yogurt varieties are high-protein with an even thicker texture that goes very well in this recipe.
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Dried Dill – or dried parsley
- Dried Chives or other dried herbs
- Lemon Juice
- Salt and Pepper
Preparation
In a large mixing bowl, add all the ingredients, and using a spoon stir and combine all the ingredients together until smooth and flavorsome.
Refrigerate for one hour, covered with a silicon lid or plastic wrap to enhance the dip flavors.
You can top the dip with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, fresh dill, or ground pepper.
Optional Spices
You can play with spices and add some of the below up to 1/4 teaspoon to add a little special flavor to the dip. The options are endless.
- Smoked paprika
- Paprika
- Cumin
- Chili flakes
Serving Greek Yogurt Dip
This is a fresh dip that goes very well with any raw fresh veggies, chips, and crackers like:
- Celery Sticks
- Carrots Sticks
- Cucumber Sticks or wheels
- Radish
- Moroccan Bread
- Chips like my low-carb tortillas chips for a low-carb option
- Plain crackers or keto almond flour crackers
- Seed crackers like my flaxseed crackers recipe
Allergy Swaps
Below are some ideas to make this dip if you have some food allergies:
- Dairy-Free – any dairy-free thick, plain yogurt works well to make this dip. For example, you can try plain coconut yogurt or soy yogurt.
- Lemon Swap – you can replace lemon with apple cider vinegar or pickle juice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are your most frequent questions about this dip recipe
Can I Make Ahead Ranch Dip?
Yes, absolutely and you can store the dip for up to 5 days in an airtight container in the fridge. It’s a great dip to make ahead for a week of healthy snacks.
How Much Can I Eat As A Healthy High-Protein Snack?
One half-a-cup serving brings you 12 grams of proteins and 98 kcal.
It’s a healthy fulfilling snack served with 1 cup of raw vegetables.
Can I Use Low-Fat Yogurt?
Yes, you can but make sure the yogurt is thick and creamy to ensure the best dip texture.
Can I Use Ready-Made Ranch Seasoning?
Yes, you can skip all the dry spices in the recipe for 2-3 teaspoons of ranch seasoning.
Can I Turn Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip Into A Dressing?
Yes, you can make salad dressing from this Greek yogurt ranch dip recipe by using more yogurt, runnier yogurt, or adding almond milk.
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Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups Greek Yogurt
- 1 ½ teaspoons Dried Dill
- 2 teaspoons Lemon Juice
- ½ teaspoon Onion Powder
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- 1 teaspoon Dried Chives
- ¼ teaspoon Salt
- ⅛ teaspoon Ground Pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a mixing bowl and stir to evenly combine.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate it for at least an hour before serving.
- Serve with raw vegetable sticks like celery, cucumber, carrots, or radish.
Storage
- Store in the fridge in the sealed container for up to the expiration date of your Greek yogurt pot.
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About The Author
Hi, I'm Carine, the food blogger, author, recipe developer, published author of a cookbook and many ebooks, and founder of Sweet As Honey.
I have an Accredited Certificate in Nutrition and Wellness obtained in 2014 from Well College Global (formerly Cadence Health). I'm passionate about sharing all my easy and tasty recipes that are both delicious and healthy. My expertise in the field comes from my background in chemistry and years of following a keto low-carb diet. But I'm also well versed in vegetarian and vegan cooking since my husband is vegan.
I now eat a more balanced diet where I alternate between keto and a Mediterranean Diet
Cooking and Baking is my true passion. In fact, I only share a small portion of my recipes on Sweet As Honey. Most of them are eaten by my husband and my two kids before I have time to take any pictures!
All my recipes are at least triple tested to make sure they work and I take pride in keeping them as accurate as possible.
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