Addicted to Ranch Dressing...HELP!
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I don't see the problem here.0
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Ok, I LOVE me some salad, but my favorite dressing is ranch...and that ruins the whole healthy concept of the salad. So, what are some good dressings to try? I've done fat free Italian...not feeling it.
Hahaha...As SOON as I saw this post, I knew you were from AL. I could tell by the ranch dressing and when you said "love me some". Anyway, try making your own ranch dressing using ranch seasoning packet mixed with plain greek yogurt and a little ff buttermilk. It's good and healthy too.
Hahaha! We're a whole different breed of people! And thanks for the tip, I will try that!
Yes...I live near Huntsville, AL.0 -
I make my own dressing. a tablespoon of olive oil, two tablespoons balsamic vinaigrette, a spoon of dijon and a spoon of honey. delicious. i usually have to tinker with it and add more of one thing or another to get it right.0
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I don't see the problem here.
Ranch is loaded with calories...and I like to use lots of it.0 -
Ok, I LOVE me some salad, but my favorite dressing is ranch...and that ruins the whole healthy concept of the salad. So, what are some good dressings to try? I've done fat free Italian...not feeling it.
Hahaha...As SOON as I saw this post, I knew you were from AL. I could tell by the ranch dressing and when you said "love me some". Anyway, try making your own ranch dressing using ranch seasoning packet mixed with plain greek yogurt and a little ff buttermilk. It's good and healthy too.
Hahaha! We're a whole different breed of people! And thanks for the tip, I will try that!
Yes...I live near Huntsville, AL.
Oh ok! I live in Etowah county, so about an hour from Huntsville!0 -
Ok, I LOVE me some salad, but my favorite dressing is ranch...and that ruins the whole healthy concept of the salad. So, what are some good dressings to try? I've done fat free Italian...not feeling it.
You could still use ranch, maybe reduce the amount you use at one time? Portion controlling the dressing might be better if you are "addicted" to it.0 -
I just have Ranch.
*shrugs*
Me too Just eat it!
If you like cottage cheese, I use that also, I can use way less dressing if I need to.0 -
Here's a healthy recipe: http://www.food.com/recipe/healthy-homemade-ranch-dressing-251351
Watch the 'Fat Free' varieties. Lots of sugar!0 -
Ok people....I am not actually "addicted" to ranch dressing, I just love it.0
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Have you tried buying the dry mix (Hidden Valley Ranch is classic) and mixing it up healthier? Maybe with some greek yogurt?
I read about that! Do you know if it tastes the same?0 -
Here's a healthy recipe: http://www.food.com/recipe/healthy-homemade-ranch-dressing-251351
Watch the 'Fat Free' varieties. Lots of sugar!
I'm seconding this. Fat free products frequently use a lot of added salt and sugar to compensate for flavor. Think about reducing your portion, replacing it with something healthier, or learning to make your own.0 -
Hope this helps, taste like the real thing...
Protein Ranch Dressing: (Serves 4)
1 Cup Cottage Cheese (Watch your label, sometimes low fat doesn't mean low calories and the regular cottage cheese is only a few cal. more)
3-4 tsp. Buttermilk Ranch Dressing mix
1/4 C. water (or milk if you prefer: Milk will add more calories) add more water if the consistency is too thick for your liking.
Add ingredients to blender and blend until smooth. (About 3 min.) Enjoy!0 -
Try salsa mixed with some sour cream.0
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I make it myself with HVR Buttermilk recipe mix, low-fat buttermilk and light mayo. I add a little garlic powder and cracked black pepper. It tastes wonderful for about half the calories.
^This but I use Skim Milk and Low-Fat Mayo. Trust me, as a ranch lover myself, it's the same!0 -
Simply Dressed Light Ranch tastes good. Its not Hidden Valley but it works0
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I just have Ranch.
*shrugs*
Me too Just eat it!
Same here. I use the "old school" method of tossing the salad really well. That way you only use a small amount but taste the dressing in every bite.0 -
I just started using Bernstein's Light Fantastic Parmesan Garlic Ranch, 2 tbsp is only 45 calories. It's not traditional Ranch, but it's the best diet creamy dressing I have found.0
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I use Bolthouse ranch. It is a yogurt based dressing. It is sold in the cooler next to the salad in mt grocery stores.0
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Keep the dressing, just use it sparingly. No need to turn a salad into soup.
Salads tend to be high in fiber, and if you throw on vegetables and fruits, they also become high in vitamins and minerals.
Many vitamins REQUIRE fats to aid in absorption. So, they should be eaten with fats to ensure you get them!
Additionally, combining fat and fiber will help lower blood cholesterol.0
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