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The recipe

Greek Yogurt Ranch Dip

Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
10 min
Servings
8 servings

Nutrition Facts

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Original author values. Recipe yield: 8 servings.

calories
70

2× the original author values. Recipe yield: 8 servings.

calories
140

3× the original author values. Recipe yield: 8 servings.

calories
210
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice — freshly squeezed, plus more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil — optional, for extra silkiness
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill — finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives — finely sliced (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley — finely chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt — to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper — freshly ground, to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon sugar — optional, balances tang
  • 2-4 tablespoons milk or buttermilk — as needed to thin
  • 1 teaspoon mayonnaise — optional, for nostalgic ranch richness
  • 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard or a few drops Worcestershire — optional, for depth

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, add the Greek yogurt and lemon juice. Whisk to loosen and smooth the yogurt.
  2. Whisk in olive oil and mayonnaise, if using, until silky.
  3. Add dill, chives, and parsley. If using dried herbs, crumble them between your fingers as you sprinkle to help them bloom.
  4. Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and sugar (if using) until evenly speckled pale green.
  5. If the dip is too thick, add milk or buttermilk 1 tablespoon at a time until it softly mounds on a spoon.
  6. Taste and adjust salt, pepper, and lemon to balance tang and savoriness.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes (especially important if using dried herbs) to let flavors bloom.
  8. Stir the dip once more; it should look glossy and smooth with soft ribbons.
  9. For extra depth, stir in dry mustard or a few drops of Worcestershire, then taste again.
  10. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve with crudités, pita, roasted potatoes, wings, or grilled shrimp.

Notes

Storage: Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days; stir if any liquid separates. Not freezer-friendly. For meal prep, portion into small jars for grab-and-go snacks. If the dip thickens after chilling, loosen with a splash of milk or lemon before serving.

Source: https://simplersavory.com/greek-yogurt-ranch-dip/