Condiment | Low Fat Vegetarian

Fat Free Blue Cheese Dressing

N/A (Processed) Allergens: Milk
Fat Free Blue Cheese Dressing

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A (Processed)
  • Primary Cuisine American
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Cultured Skim Milk, Vinegar, Spices, Blue Cheese flavor

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Definition

A creamy, tangy, and pungent dressing made with blue cheese flavorings, vinegar, and often thickeners, formulated to contain no fat.

Sensory Profile

TasteTangy, Salty, Pungent, Savory, Creamy
TextureSmooth, Creamy, Viscous
AromaPungent, Cheesy, Vinegary, Garlic
AcidityMedium to High

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 30g (2 tbsp)
Calories50 kcal
Total Fat0g
Saturated Fat0g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Protein2g
Total Carbohydrate10g
Dietary Fiber0g
Total Sugars7g
Calcium40mg
Iron0.1mg
Potassium80mg

Chef’s Secret

To enhance the flavor of fat-free dressings, incorporate fresh herbs like chives or dill, or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. A dash of Worcestershire can add umami depth.

Substitutions

Best Match

Low-Fat Greek Yogurt Dressing

1:1

Provides a creamy, tangy base with a fraction of the fat; can add blue cheese crumbles.

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (low fat)

1:1

Offers a creamy, tangy profile, but without the distinctive blue cheese pungency.

Regular Blue Cheese Dressing (portion control)

1:2

For authentic flavor, use a smaller portion of the full-fat version.

Vinaigrette with Crumbled Blue Cheese

By taste

Provides a lighter, tart dressing with bursts of blue cheese flavor, not creamy.

Buying Guide

Check labels for sugar content and artificial ingredients. Ensure "fat-free" is genuine and not just "low-fat."

Flavor Pairings

Salad greens Buffalo wings Vegetable sticks Burgers Sandwiches.

Recipes Using Fat Free Blue Cheese Dressing

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Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts

Juicy, tender baked buffalo chicken breasts – all the flavor of your favorite wings, without the fuss! This easy recipe delivers crispy skin and perfectly spiced chicken in just 40 minutes. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or game day!

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Baked Buffalo Style Chicken Tenders

Crispy, juicy baked chicken tenders with all the bold buffalo wing flavor, but without the guilt! This lightened-up recipe delivers tender, flavorful chicken coated in a crunchy panko breading and tossed in a fiery buffalo sauce. Perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or game day snack!

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