Avocado Ranch Light Version Recipe

Creamy, dreamy, and healthy! This Avocado Ranch Light Dressing recipe is a quick and easy way to elevate your salads and veggies. Made with fresh avocado, Greek yogurt, and zesty lime, it's a lighter take on the classic ranch, perfect for those watching their calories without sacrificing flavor. Get ready for a refreshing and delicious dressing that's surprisingly simple to make!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 1445 mins
Calories 46.5 kcal
Protein 1g
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Avocado Ranch Light Version 146

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Ingredients for Avocado Ranch Light Version

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • Light Mayonnaise
  • Light Sour Cream
  • Dry Buttermilk
  • 1-2 tablespoons water
  • White Vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • Dried Parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • Dried Dill Weed
  • Garlic Powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice, plus more to taste
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)

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How to Make Avocado Ranch Light Version

  1. Combine 1 ripe avocado, 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup buttermilk (or milk), 2 tablespoons lime juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, 1 clove garlic (minced), 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper in a food processor or blender.
  2. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If needed, add a tablespoon or two of water to achieve desired consistency.
  3. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more lime juice for extra zing, or salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. This step is optional, but recommended.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

4g

Carbs

0g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Avocado Ranch Light Version?

Avocado Ranch Light Version takes about 1455 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 1445 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Avocado Ranch Light Version?

Avocado Ranch Light Version has approximately 46.5 calories per serving, with about 1 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 6 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Avocado Ranch Light Version?

The key ingredients for Avocado Ranch Light Version are Avocado, Light Mayonnaise, Light Sour Cream, Dry Buttermilk, Water, White Vinegar. See the full list with measurements above.

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