Ranch dressing was invented in 1972 by a plumber who mixed mayo with buttermilk powder at his Alaska dude ranch.
Protein Ranch Recipe
Whip up a zesty, guilt-free ranch dressing packed with protein that’s perfect for drizzling or dipping! With creamy Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, this easy-to-make dressing will elevate your salads and snacks without weighing you down. Dive into flavor without the calories—your taste buds will thank you!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 tbsp (15g) lemon juice (15 ml)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried parsley (minced) (5 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1¼ cups (280g) fat-free Greek yogurt (300 ml)
- fat-free Fairlife milkoptionalwater is fine
🧂Spices & Seasonings(5)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried dill (minced) (5 ml)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (1.25 ml)
- ¼ tsp onion powder (1.25 ml)
- ¼ tsp ranch seasoning (1.25 ml)
- salt to taste
📦Other(2)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried chives (minced) (5 ml)
- 5 tbsp (75g) light mayo (75 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Add all ingredients (plus 2 tbsp milk) to a jar then stir until smooth.
- 2
Adjust thickness by adding fat-free Fairlife milk 1-2 tablespoons at a time until you get your desired consistency.
- 3
For best results, let it sit in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for flavors to meld. Serve as a dip or dressing!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Add milk gradually in 1-tablespoon increments rather than 2-tablespoon portions to prevent over-thinning, as protein powders can absorb liquid differently based on processing method and create sudden consistency changes.technique1 tablespoon increments
- ✓Chill the ranch for exactly 15-30 minutes because protein molecules need this time to fully hydrate and bind with fats, creating a stable emulsion that won't separate.timing15-30 minutes
- ✓Use a narrow-mouth jar and stir in figure-8 motions to create proper shear force for emulsification, preventing the protein from clumping when mixed with acidic ranch seasonings.equipmentfigure-8 motions
- ✓Keep Fairlife milk at 38-40°F when adding because its ultra-pasteurized proteins remain more stable at this temperature and won't curdle when combined with acidic ingredients.ingredient38-40°F
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Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
Share this recipe
Ranch dressing was invented in 1972 by a plumber who mixed mayo with buttermilk powder at his Alaska dude ranch.
Protein Ranch Recipe
Whip up a zesty, guilt-free ranch dressing packed with protein that’s perfect for drizzling or dipping! With creamy Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of fresh herbs, this easy-to-make dressing will elevate your salads and snacks without weighing you down. Dive into flavor without the calories—your taste buds will thank you!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(2)
- 1 tbsp (15g) lemon juice (15 ml)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried parsley (minced) (5 ml)
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- 1¼ cups (280g) fat-free Greek yogurt (300 ml)
- fat-free Fairlife milkoptionalwater is fine
🧂Spices & Seasonings(5)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried dill (minced) (5 ml)
- ¼ tsp garlic powder (1.25 ml)
- ¼ tsp onion powder (1.25 ml)
- ¼ tsp ranch seasoning (1.25 ml)
- salt to taste
📦Other(2)
- 1 tsp fresh or dried chives (minced) (5 ml)
- 5 tbsp (75g) light mayo (75 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Add all ingredients (plus 2 tbsp milk) to a jar then stir until smooth.
- 2
Adjust thickness by adding fat-free Fairlife milk 1-2 tablespoons at a time until you get your desired consistency.
- 3
For best results, let it sit in the fridge for 15–30 minutes for flavors to meld. Serve as a dip or dressing!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Add milk gradually in 1-tablespoon increments rather than 2-tablespoon portions to prevent over-thinning, as protein powders can absorb liquid differently based on processing method and create sudden consistency changes.technique1 tablespoon increments
- ✓Chill the ranch for exactly 15-30 minutes because protein molecules need this time to fully hydrate and bind with fats, creating a stable emulsion that won't separate.timing15-30 minutes
- ✓Use a narrow-mouth jar and stir in figure-8 motions to create proper shear force for emulsification, preventing the protein from clumping when mixed with acidic ranch seasonings.equipmentfigure-8 motions
- ✓Keep Fairlife milk at 38-40°F when adding because its ultra-pasteurized proteins remain more stable at this temperature and won't curdle when combined with acidic ingredients.ingredient38-40°F