Ideal Protein Dressing Recipes
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Lemon Dijon Vinaigrette:
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Whisk together lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and minced garlic. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while whisking continuously. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Greek Yogurt Ranch Dressing:
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt (low fat and no added sugar)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Mix together Greek yogurt, chives, dill, and onion powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Balsamic Basil Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Whisk together balsamic vinegar, chopped basil, olive oil, and Dijon mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Cilantro Lime Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Combine lime juice, chopped cilantro, olive oil, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Mustard Herb Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions: Whisk together white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, chopped parsley, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Remember to adjust the quantities based on your preferences and the guidelines of the Ideal Protein diet. Enjoy your healthy dressings!
In case you would rather find some sauces and dressings to purchase and skip the creation process, here are some potential options. Always check with your Ideal Protein coach before consuming:
1. Walden Farms: They offer a variety of calorie-free, sugar-free, and fat-free sauces and dressings.
2. G Hughes Sugar-Free: Known for their sugar-free barbecue and marinade sauces.
3. Primal Kitchen: Offers various dressings and sauces with no artificial preservatives, additives, or sugars.
4. Tessemae’s: Provides a range of dressings and condiments with minimal ingredients and no added sugar.
5. Skinnygirl: Offers low-calorie salad dressings and syrups with different flavors.