Heart-Healthy Chipotle Ranch

Give your favorite ranch dressing a flavorful and heart-healthy upgrade with this irresistible Chipotle Ranch recipe! Made with creamy non-fat Greek yogurt and low-fat buttermilk, this dressing skips the heavy fats without sacrificing taste. Smoky chipotle peppers in adobo sauce lend a bold kick, perfectly balanced by a touch of honey and tangy cider vinegar. A blend of dried herbs like dill and parsley ensures the classic ranch flavor you love, while garlic and onion powders add a savory depth. This easy, blender-friendly recipe comes together in just 10 minutes and serves as a versatile condiment for salads, wraps, or as a zesty dip. Perfect for meal prepping, it stays fresh in the fridge for up to a week. Transform your meals with this guilt-free, homemade chipotle ranch dressing that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 cup Greek yogurt, non-fat
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk, low-fat
• 2 tablespoons Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 1 tablespoon Cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a blender or food processor, combine the non-fat Greek yogurt and low-fat buttermilk to create a creamy base for the dressing.

Step 2

Add the chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the blender. Start with two tablespoons for a moderate spice level, and adjust to your taste by adding more if you prefer it spicier.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, and dried parsley. This combination of herbs and spices gives the dressing its characteristic ranch flavor.

Step 4

Pour in the cider vinegar for a slight tanginess, which balances the spice from the chipotle peppers.

Step 5

Add the honey to introduce a hint of sweetness that complements the smokiness of the peppers.

Step 6

Season with salt and ground black pepper, adjusting to taste.

Step 7

Blend the mixture on high speed until all the ingredients are well combined and the dressing is smooth and creamy.

Step 8

Taste the dressing and adjust any seasonings as preferred, considering spice and sweetness levels.

Step 9

Transfer the dressing to a clean glass jar or bottle. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.

Step 10

Shake well before each use and enjoy your heart-healthy chipotle ranch dressing on salads, as a dip, or even as a spread in wraps.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	418.2 grams (418.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	261

Total Fat 2.30g	3%
Saturated Fat 0.90g	5%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 12mg	4%
Sodium 1654mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 29.40g	11%
Dietary Fiber 2.10g	8%
Total Sugars 21.10g
Protein 29.70g	59%

Vitamin D 62IU	312%
Calcium 465mg	36%
Iron 2mg	8%
Potassium 719mg	15%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 8.1%

Protein: 46.2%

Carbs: 45.7%