Homemade High Protein Ranch (2 Ways)

The Lazy Way

• 1/2 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 1/2 cup cottage cheese
• 1/4 cup water, to thin
• 1 ranch seasoning packet

The Less-Lazy Way

• 1/2 cup (120g) non-fat Greek yogurt (or non-dairy Greek yogurt for dairy-free)
• 1/4 cup (60ml) low-fat buttermilk (or unsweetened almond milk for fewer calories)
• 1 tbsp mayonnaise (light or avocado-based)
• 1 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp dried dill
• 1/2 tsp dried parsley
• 1/4 tsp black pepper (to taste)
• 1/4 tsp salt (to taste)

Directions

• Lazy way: blend the Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, water, and ranch seasoning packet together until smooth.
• Less-lazy way: whisk all the ingredients together until smooth, then taste and adjust the salt and pepper.

About 20 calories per 2 tbsp. From Hunter Micheletto on Instagram.