Greek Yogurt + ranch seasoning...omg

JatieKo621
JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you want) into a cup of greek plain yogurt...

AMAZING.

My southern craving for ranch is now satisfied. I am pretty happy :)
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  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    Whoops not crazing hahah I was CRAVING* My bad!
  • Jewlz280
    Jewlz280 Posts: 547 Member
    I wonder if you could cook with it. Like, put the yogurt/ranch mix on some chicken or something. Or even mixed in with steamed veggies. That just sounds so yummy to me right now!
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    I mixed it with steamed veggies and it was AWESOME. I even added some sriracha (cause I LOVE it spicy!) and it was fantastic. I have never cooked with greek yogurt before but that is an interesting idea...mmmm might have to try that out! I know some people put mayo on chicken and then bread crumbs, I don't see why you couldn't do the same with greek yogurt and have a lot more protein. Thanks for the idea!
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,454 Member
    I wonder if you could cook with it. Like, put the yogurt/ranch mix on some chicken or something. Or even mixed in with steamed veggies. That just sounds so yummy to me right now!

    yup, you can.

    I use it to coat chicken too, before adding bread crumbs and roasting. Comes out crisp and delicious, almost like fried. Almost.
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,454 Member
    ha. Jatie, *Jinx*.
  • mamma_nee
    mamma_nee Posts: 809 Member
    Of course you could cook with it :), Indian cuisine use lots of yogurt for marinading the meat and also to thicken curries.
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    I wonder if you could cook with it. Like, put the yogurt/ranch mix on some chicken or something. Or even mixed in with steamed veggies. That just sounds so yummy to me right now!

    yup, you can.

    I use it to coat chicken too, before adding bread crumbs and roasting. Comes out crisp and delicious, almost like fried. Almost.

    Haha almost is good enough for me! Thank you for letting me know, I am all about finding healthy alternatives that trick me into believing they are just as tasty as the real thing! :)
  • JatieKo621
    JatieKo621 Posts: 425 Member
    ha. Jatie, *Jinx*.

    Good timing!
  • vanessaenlow
    vanessaenlow Posts: 6 Member
    That sounds amazing, since I hate the thought of ranch being made with mayo yet love the taste of ranch. I hate mayo! I want to try this and make a dip for my potluck that's coming up!
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,454 Member
    ha. Jatie, *Jinx*.

    Good timing!

    Right?

    Greek yogurt and salsa, too. For dressing on tacos and taco salad, and delish on top baked potatoes.
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    FINALLY, I have been waiting for someone to report on this idea before I splurged the some odd dollars to try it myself. (why is it so hard to waste money on food you think you might not eat?)
  • Saucy_lil_Minx
    Saucy_lil_Minx Posts: 3,302 Member
    Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you want) into a cup of greek plain yogurt...

    AMAZING.

    My southern craving for ranch is now satisfied. I am pretty happy :)

    Yep !
  • Cranquistador
    Cranquistador Posts: 39,744 Member
    ha. Jatie, *Jinx*.

    Good timing!

    Right?

    Greek yogurt and salsa, too. For dressing on tacos and taco salad, and delish on top baked potatoes.
    hungry
  • cmriverside
    cmriverside Posts: 34,454 Member
    ha. Jatie, *Jinx*.

    Good timing!

    Right?

    Greek yogurt and salsa, too. For dressing on tacos and taco salad, and delish on top baked potatoes.
    hungry

    I haz a suggestion.

    EAT!!!!
  • Myhaloslipped
    Myhaloslipped Posts: 4,317 Member
    I love it. Try it with a couple teaspoons of dry lipton onion soup mix. It tastes just like onion dip.
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    I love it. Try it with a couple teaspoons of dry lipton onion soup mix. It tastes just like onion dip.

    OMGOMGOMG all teh ideas...this thread is GOLD!!!!!!
  • judychicken
    judychicken Posts: 937 Member
    Bump
  • ckone4me
    ckone4me Posts: 108 Member
    This all sounds delicious to me and I am going to try all of the ideas.... onion dip too, this thread iS gold!
  • FitnessMeagan1105
    FitnessMeagan1105 Posts: 57 Member
    bump
  • leapsonbounds
    leapsonbounds Posts: 77 Member
    Now I know what we're having for dinner tomorrow night. Sounds awesome - thank you!
  • yayamom3
    yayamom3 Posts: 939 Member
    Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you want) into a cup of greek plain yogurt...

    AMAZING.

    My southern craving for ranch is now satisfied. I am pretty happy :)

    Hidden Valley also makes a variety called Fiesta Ranch that adds a wonderful kick to your Greek yogurt. We like it even better!
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you want) into a cup of greek plain yogurt...

    AMAZING.

    My southern craving for ranch is now satisfied. I am pretty happy :)

    Hidden Valley also makes a variety called Fiesta Ranch that adds a wonderful kick to your Greek yogurt. We like it even better!

    between these ideas and the overnight oatmeal i have planned i may have to buy greek yogurt by the gallon!
  • elyelyse
    elyelyse Posts: 1,454 Member
    Also great...Greek yogurt mixed with a little balsamic vinegar and/or mustard.
  • MityMax96
    MityMax96 Posts: 5,778 Member
    Hahah just thought I would let everyone know HOW AMAZING nonfat plain greek yogurt (I like Oikos) mixed with hidden valley ranch seasoning is. Seriously. I had used greek yogurt + sriracha a lot (reminds me of spicy mayo) but I was crazing ranch with veggies.....instead I mixed in a little bit of a packet (do how much you want) into a cup of greek plain yogurt...

    AMAZING.

    My southern craving for ranch is now satisfied. I am pretty happy :)

    Yeah, that is a good recipe...
    My wife has been doing that for a while for a veggie dip.
  • Jewlz280
    Jewlz280 Posts: 547 Member
    I mixed it with steamed veggies and it was AWESOME. I even added some sriracha (cause I LOVE it spicy!) and it was fantastic. I have never cooked with greek yogurt before but that is an interesting idea...mmmm might have to try that out! I know some people put mayo on chicken and then bread crumbs, I don't see why you couldn't do the same with greek yogurt and have a lot more protein. Thanks for the idea!

    YUM. Sriracha is so good. Our bottle is almost empty -- must buy new soon!
  • Jewlz280
    Jewlz280 Posts: 547 Member
    Of course you could cook with it :), Indian cuisine use lots of yogurt for marinading the meat and also to thicken curries.

    And what's sad is I love Indian food so I should know this! LOL
  • Jewlz280
    Jewlz280 Posts: 547 Member
    I love it. Try it with a couple teaspoons of dry lipton onion soup mix. It tastes just like onion dip.

    It's official -- I love this thread! OHTHENOMZ!!!!!!!!!!!
  • beckyzalldat
    beckyzalldat Posts: 236 Member
    I so want to go to the store and try this!! I miss dips lol plus for the holidays it would be great!! I wonder how onion dip would taste with the yogurt??
  • grillingirl
    grillingirl Posts: 81 Member
    Bump
  • Rayman79
    Rayman79 Posts: 2,009 Member
    Greek yoghurt has replaced mayo in my house! I put any sort or dry seasoning mix (moroccan seasoning is my fav at the moment) on chicken & salad etc.
    GY mixed with a bit of crushed garlic and lemon juice is good too.
    Mixed with tandoori paste it makes a great marinate for chicken... the list goes on!