My favorite Ranch Salad Dressing is now low carb, THM S!
I took this dressing over to an injured friend the other day and she said: “This stuff is so good we should make it and sell it!”
We had a good laugh thinking about what fun that would be; then I told her that I planned on offering it on my blog since it is even better now that it is low carb than it was before, and I owe that to Trim Healthy Mama!
This has been, hands down, the most popular recipe on my old blog. I am moving it over to make it more accessible and updating the directions, but everything else is the same.
The photo (below) is being brought over because some were afraid they might not be able to find it. Remain calm, you’re in the right place, your dressing is right here.
If you make this dressing often go ahead and mix up the Ranch Dressing Seasoning Spice Mix and keep it on hand so that you can stir up a batch in no time!
For a creamier color add paprika, leave it out for the lighter colored version.
See variations at this bottom of the recipe for E version or veggie dip.
Don’t forget to check out these other salad dressing recipes also; Low Carb Chipotle Ranch and Thousand Island!
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Ranch Veggie Dip
Leave out the water in either version and it will be a dip!
My Best Ranch Dressing Ever - Low Carb, THM-S
Ingredients
- 1 cup homemade on plan mayo or Duke's regular mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup 0% or full fat Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tsp. celtic sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp sweet paprika(not smoked)
Instructions
- Whisk these ingredients together and put into a jar with a tight fitting lid for a low carb, THM-S dressing.
- You can store it for a full week at least...the whey may separate but it will be fine when you stir it.
- This dressing is a naturally probiotic condiment when prepared fresh, so make it up and enjoy it within a week for best flavor if you can.
- If you'd like this dressing to be a bit thinner just add a small amount of water at a time until it reaches the desired consistency.
My Best Ranch Dressing - Low Fat, THM-E
Ingredients
Variation for E setting:
- 1 cup low fat mayonnaise (I checked with a THM admin and Low Fat Vegenaise is approved)
- 1/2 cup 0% fat greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup water (to thin the yogurt to buttermilk consistency)
- 1 tsp. celtic sea salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 3/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 1/2 tsp. onion powder
- 1 1/2 tsp dried parsley
- 1/4 tsp sweet paprika(not smoked)
Instructions
- Mix well and enjoy right away or store in a tightly sealed jar.
- Since the mayo has 5 grams of fat to a tablespoon and the 0% has none, 2 tablespoons of this dressing would put you within the E zone and the extra water gives you an even wider margin.
- This dressing works well even with that small amount because it is very flavorful.
I am still learning about THM so I am probably just confused about this: Why is the “My Best Ever Ranch Dressing” when made with low fat mayonnaise and 0% greek yogurt designated an E? Why wouldn’t it be designated FP? Is it because (being low fat) it can be eaten with E food items?
Hi Kathy and that is a great question! Yes, according to the numbers this dressing can be used in an FP setting if the salad is strictly fat free. I am hesitant to promote it that way though because it is just a condiment and I would want to make sure there weren’t accidental crossovers by newer people thinking it could always be used that way. Just observe portion control and follow the ingredient list carefully and you will be able to use it on your FP salads too! Hope this helps!
HI where can I find low fat vegenaise mayo?
Why Duke’s Mayo and where do you find it? Thanks!
Hi Bek! I get it at either Kroger or Wal-Mart so at least here in the South it is very available and also the best store bought mayo available in my opinion so even if the stores in your area don’t carry it you might could ask them to order it for you.
THM Newbie, sorta 🙂 Could you tell me why you specify Duke’s mayo?… Is that the only kind that is plan-approved?… And thanks so much for this recipe… I’ve have been shocked at how hard it is to find a sugar free/low carb Ranch… Can’t wait to try this!
Hi Beverly and yes Duke’s regular mayo is the approved mayo for THM. The light Duke’s is not approved from what I am told.
Can u give a pic of Dukes Mayo, to help me find it? I live in TX, shop Walmart. Don’t know if I just overlook it or what. Thanks. I so want to try this recipe!
Hi Laurie. I checked Amazon but for some reason it is much higher through them. You will find a picture and info on this Dukes Mayo site and just talk to the people at your local Wal-Mart about getting it for you. It is possible that they might just be out of stock since it is the approved THM mayo! 🙂 Dukesmayo.com
Is the mayo critical? Couldn’t you just use Greek yogurt to make sure it’s low enough fat?
Hi Judy! For flavor’s sake I think the mayo is critical, but you can always make a small half batch and see what you think. If you get a chance stop back by and leave a comment as to how it goes. 🙂
You knocked this one out of the park, Teresia! Our absolute favorite dressing and dip recipe! Thank you for sharing it!
Thanks Gayla! I’m so glad you like it 🙂 and thanks so much for letting me know; it is a big encouragement!
Hi Teresia!
Quick question! I’m out of Greek Yogurt but I do have some Low Fat sour cream. Can I use that instead?
Hi, Christy! Yes, the low-fat sour cream should work great. Just check for additives in any of these type products if you want the best quality dressing. Some of the sour cream brands contain flavorings and gums that will affect the texture and flavor negatively. In grocery stores, Daisy brand is my absolute favorite!
This dressing is amazing! Thank you!
For the S version, is there supposed to also be 1/2 cup of water added to thin it?
Thanks, Jenny, glad you love it! Yes thinning the yogurt with the water replicates the buttermilk that was in the original.
Not exactly Hidden Valley Ranch, but still quite good for me…even if my kids don’t like it as much.
I’ve been using this recipe for years now, only recipe I will use! Best EVER ranch! I used to be a hidden valley snob, but this beats it hands down! I could literally drink it! So glad for this recipe!
Thanks Haleigh, I’m glad you enjoy it and thanks for letting me know. 😀
Thanks for sharing my dressing, I hope you like it. 🙂