Best 8 Low Fat Blue Cheese Salad Dressing Recipes

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Are you searching for a creamy, tangy, and flavorful salad dressing that won't weigh you down? Look no further than this collection of low-fat blue cheese salad dressing recipes. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients like nonfat Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and low-fat sour cream, these dressings are a healthier alternative to traditional blue cheese dressings, which are often high in fat and calories. But don't let the "low-fat" label fool you—these dressings are packed with big flavor. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up a delicious and versatile dressing that will transform your salads, vegetables, and even grilled meats. From a classic blue cheese dressing to a creamy herb buttermilk dressing, this collection has something for everyone. So grab your whisk and get ready to elevate your next meal with a healthy and flavorful low-fat blue cheese salad dressing.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

LOW FAT CREAMY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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This simple, light, homemade Blue Cheese Dressing is made with Greek yogurt, blue cheese, lemon juice, mayonnaise and seasoning.

Provided by Gina

Categories     Appetizer

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
6 oz fat free Greek yogurt (full fat for Keto)
1 tbsp light mayonnaise (full fat for Keto, check labels)
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp white wine vinegar
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mash blue cheese and yogurt together with a fork.
  • Stir in mayonnaise, lemon juice, vinegar, and garlic powder until well blended.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper. Makes 1 cup.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 tablespoons, Calories 52 kcal, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Protein 3.5 g, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Cholesterol 7 mg, Sodium 160 mg, Fiber 0.5 g, Sugar 2.5 g

BLUE CHEESE SALAD DRESSING



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The thick, creamy blue cheese dressing does double duty at our house because I often serve it as a veggie dip. -Christy Freeman, Central Point, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 10m

Yield 3 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, crushed
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 ounces crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in a blender; cover and process until smooth. Store in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 172 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 220mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

LOW FAT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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You can definitely make this as a full fat version, but if your looking for lower fat, try this version. I found reduced fat blue cheese.

Provided by A la Carte

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 32m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons fat-free mayonnaise
1/4 cup low-fat buttermilk
1/4 cup plain fat-free yogurt
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Splenda sugar substitute
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
salt & freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Drain yogurt through a coffee filter paper for 1/2 hour, so that some of the liquid drains out.
  • In a bowl, whisk the buttermilk and thickened yogurt with the mayonnaise until smooth.
  • Add the vinegar and Splenda and mix until all the ingredients are well combined.
  • Stir in the blue cheese and season to taste, with salt and pepper.
  • Let it sit in the fridge for 30 minutes before using.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.8, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 10.2, Sodium 244.8, Carbohydrate 3.2, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 2.5, Protein 3.8

LOW-FAT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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You'll never miss the fat in full-flavored Low-Fat Blue Cheese Dressing, assures Tracey Baysinger of Salem, Missouri. "The recipe is from a chef at a California resort," she explains.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1-3/4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup fat-free cottage cheese
1 cup nonfat plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon crumbled blue cheese

Steps:

  • In a blender or food processor, combine cottage cheese, yogurt, onion and garlic; process until smooth. Stir in blue cheese. Store, covered, in the refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 11 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 34mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

BLUE CHEESE DRESSING- LOW FAT



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Lately, I have been counting my calories and eating a lot of salads. I was getting sick of non-creamy low-cal dressings and I was really missing blue cheese, so I created this. It's not too shabby for low fat.

Provided by wildeyeris

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 2 Tablespoons, 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese
1/4 cup low-fat sour cream
1/4 cup blue cheese (crumbled)
1 teaspoon parsley flakes (dry)
1 small garlic clove, mashed
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
1 -2 tablespoon low-fat milk (to thin)

Steps:

  • Combine first six ingredients in food processor.
  • Add milk to desired thinness.
  • Blend till smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 39.3, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Cholesterol 7.3, Sodium 120.7, Carbohydrate 1.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 3.2

LIGHT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
Pinch of cayenne pepper
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Whisk the yogurt, milk, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and cayenne in a bowl until smooth. Gently stir in the blue cheese. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper to taste. Cover and refrigerate overnight to let the flavors develop.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 10 milligrams, Sodium 297 milligrams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Protein 3 grams

LOW-FAT BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Slightly salty, with the perfect crumbly-chunky texture, this dressing is ideal for spooning over big wedges of iceberg lettuce. (It's also delicious as a dip for Buffalo wings.)

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese
1/4 cup reduced-fat (2 percent) Greek yogurt
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • Shake together blue cheese, yogurt, milk, vinegar, salt, and pepper.

HEALTHY BLUE CHEESE DRESSING



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Enjoy the rich, full-bodied flavor of blue cheese dressing without the guilt in this recipe from Carolyn Steele of Marathon Shores, Florida. Thanks to fat-free mayonnaise, the taste isn't compromised, but the calories are.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup fat-free mayonnaise
1 tablespoon 2% milk
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
Salad greens

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients; blend until smooth. Add blue cheese; mix well. Serve over greens. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 21 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • To make a truly low-fat dressing, use non-fat yogurt or Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise.
  • For a tangier dressing, use buttermilk instead of milk.
  • If you don't have blue cheese on hand, you can use crumbled feta or Gorgonzola cheese instead.
  • To add a bit of sweetness to the dressing, whisk in a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
  • For a spicier dressing, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or paprika.
  • For a creamier dressing, add a tablespoon of sour cream or heavy cream.
  • Be sure to taste the dressing before serving and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

Conclusion:

This low-fat blue cheese salad dressing is a delicious and healthy way to add flavor to your favorite salads. It's also a great way to use up leftover blue cheese. With just a few simple ingredients, you can make a delicious dressing that will be a hit with your family and friends.

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