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    Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing

    Published: Feb 26, 2025 by Cara Lanz · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear jar on a striped tea towel surrounded by fresh vegetables.
    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear jar on a striped tea towel surrounded by fresh vegetables.
    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear jar on a striped tea towel surrounded by fresh vegetables.
    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear jar on a striped tea towel surrounded by fresh vegetables.

    This Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing is cool, creamy, and bursting with ranch-style flavor! Made in minutes with simple pantry ingredients, this homemade dressing is perfect for drizzling over salads, grain bowls, or using as a dip for fresh veggies.

    We love this dressing in our Spinach Chicken Wraps and on this Strawberry Spinach Salad. 

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    • ❤️You're Going to Love This
    • 🍋Ingredients
    • 🌿Variations or Substitutions
    • 🥣How to Make Greek Yogurt Dressing
    • ✅Top Tips
    • 🎁Storage
    • ❓FAQ
    • 😋More Delicious Salad Dressing Recipes
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    Once you start making your own salad dressing, you may never buy store-bought dressing again. Homemade salad dressings are so easy to make, and you know there's nothing weird in them (unless you put something weird in them, lol). 

    This Greek yogurt dressing recipe is a kinda-sorta healthy ranch dressing loaded with herbs, onion, and garlic and a tang of lemon juice and vinegar. You'll love it on a simple green salad and as a dipping sauce for fresh vegetables. 

    ❤️You're Going to Love This

    • Creamy & Flavor-Packed – Just as rich and tangy as classic ranch but with a lighter twist.
    • Healthier Alternative – Made with Greek yogurt for extra protein and less fat than store-bought dressings.
    • Quick & Easy – Mix it up in minutes with simple pantry ingredients.
    • Versatile & Customizable – Use it as a dressing or veggie dip.
    • Better Than Store-Bought – No mystery ingredients, just fresh, homemade goodness!
    • Meal Prep Friendly – Stays fresh in the fridge for up to a week, perfect for make-ahead meals.

    🍋Ingredients

    See recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full list of ingredients and exact amounts.

    greek yogurt salad dressing ingredients.
    • Greek yogurt. Greek yogurt makes the dressing thick and rich. I use non-fat yogurt, but you can also use full-fat Greek yogurt for a creamier texture. 
    • Mayonnaise. A little mayonnaise adds creaminess and richness. You can skip it if you're not into mayo or add more for more classic ranch flavor.
    • Milk. Use buttermilk or milk to thin the mixture into a creamy dressing. Buttermilk will make it taste closer to regular ranch dressing. If you're making dip, use less or leave it out. 
    • Dried herbs and seasonings. The combination of dried herbs and seasonings gives it that ranchy flavor. 
    • Fresh lemon juice. Lemon juice brightens up the flavors and just wakes everything up. 
    • White vinegar. The vinegar adds the tangy flavor we look for in ranch dressing. You can also use apple cider vinegar, white wine vinegar, or red wine vinegar for a different flavor. 
    • Honey. I keep trying to make this without sweetener but I find it always tastes better with just a little honey. You can also use maple syrup. 

    🌿Variations or Substitutions

    • Add more mayo for even more creaminess and rich flavor. 
    • Use sour cream in place of mayonnaise -- or skip the mayo altogether. 
    • Try fresh dill, parsley or chives. To substitute fresh herbs for dried herbs, use 3 x the amount of fresh. 
    • Substitute the garlic powder with one fresh garlic clove, minced. 
    • Use about 2 tablespoons minced red onion in place of the onion powder.

    🥣How to Make Greek Yogurt Dressing

    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear bowl.

    Step 1: Stir all ingredients together in a medium bowl. 

    greek yogurt salad dressing in a clear jar on a striped tea towel surrounded by fresh vegetables.

    Step 2: Place dressing in a mason jar or airtight container. Chill in the refrigerator for at least a couple of hours or overnight to allow the flavors to meld. Give it a good shake and serve with your favorite salad greens or as a dip for celery and carrot sticks. 

    👉Helpful Hint: To make this as a dip, use less milk or leave it out. 

    ✅Top Tips

    • Add herbs and seasonings to taste. If you see one you don't like, leave it out or add a small amount at first and add to taste. 
    • Use mayo to taste -- the mayonnaise gives the dressing a creamier, richer texture and flavor. 
    • Sweetener is optional. Try it without it first, then add as needed. I always add it :). 
    • To substitute fresh herbs for dried herbs, use 3x the amount.  

    🎁Storage

    Store creamy Greek yogurt salad dressing in the refrigerator for about one week. 

    ❓FAQ

    Does Greek yogurt ranch taste like regular ranch?

    Kind of. It's not identical, but it does have the same creamy texture and herby flavor but with a slight tang from the yogurt. To make it even closer to classic ranch, add more mayo and use buttermilk instead of milk.

    Why is my Greek yogurt ranch dressing too thick?

    Greek yogurt is naturally thick. Thin it out with extra buttermilk, milk, or water, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach the desired consistency.

    What can I use this dressing for besides salad?

    It’s great as a dip for veggies, a spread for wraps and sandwiches, or a sauce for grilled chicken and roasted potatoes.

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    Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing

    Cara Lanz
    Homemade Greek Yogurt Salad Dressing is cool and creamy with a ranch dressing vibe and an easy recipe to make in minutes with simple ingredients. Drizzle over your favorite salads and grain bowls or use as a fresh veggie dip. 
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Salad
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 53 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, nonfat or full fat
    • 1-2 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 2 tablespoons buttermilk or regular milk
    • ¼ teaspoon dried dill
    • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
    • ½ teaspoon dried chives
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice
    • ½ teaspoon white vinegar
    • 1-2 teaspoons honey, optional
    • pinch salt
    • pinch black pepper
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    Instructions
     

    • Whisk all ingredients together in a bowl until well combined. Store in a covered jar or airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-5 days.

    Notes

    • Add herbs and seasonings to taste. If you see one you don't like, leave it out or add a small amount at first and add to taste. 
    • To make this taste more like classic ranch, add more mayonnaise. 
    • Sweetener is optional. Try it without it first, then add as needed. I always add it :). 
    • To substitute fresh herbs for dried herbs, use 3x the amount.  
    • To make this as a dip, use less milk or leave it out. 
    • This recipe yields ¾ cup, (6) 2-tablespoon servings. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 53kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 35mgPotassium: 74mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 440IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 44mgIron: 0.2mg
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