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Santa Fe Ranch

Last Modified: Apr 2, 2024 by Janessa.

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Classic Ranch flavours meet zesty Taco Seasoning in this Santa Fe Ranch Dip recipe! Made with just five ingredients, you can whip up this sauce in a couple of minutes. Use it as a salad dressing, spread on sandwiches or dip for vegetables, pizza and more.

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Hand dipping a cracker into dip.

Greek yogurt is a go to ingredient for many of my recipes. From potato salad and frittata to chocolate chip muffins, it adds creaminess and protein to whatever it touches.

And it is an exceptional ingredient in this Santa Fe ranch (as it is in this classic ranch).

Light and creamy with a pop of freshness from lime juice, this recipe is great as a vegetable dip, salad dressing and more!

If you'd like more ideas for ways to flavor your Greek yogurt (sweet and savory), check out this list.

The Ingredients

Ingredients measured out for Santa Fe ranch dip.
  • Greek Yogurt - Ensure that you use plain (unsweetened) yogurt. Full fat or low fat will work. Or you could use a Greek yogurt substitute such as regular yogurt if needed.
  • Lime Juice - Lemon juice will also work.
  • Taco Seasoning - If you don't have any on hand, you can substitute with: ½ tablespoon chili powder, ½ teaspoon cumin, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon paprika and ⅛ teaspoon ground cayenne.
  • Fine Sea Salt - Depending on how salty the taco seasoning is that you use, you may not need as much. Don't add any to start and then taste and add as needed.
  • Dried Dill Weed

The Method

1. Mix. Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl.

Ingredients being stirred together in a bowl.

2. Use. Enjoy as a dip for vegetables or as a dressing for salad.

Leftovers and Storage

To Store: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Make it Your Own

  • To "Jazz Up" this Santa Fe Ranch, you could add:
    • Diced Tomatoes- ¼ cup of small diced tomatoes would be a tasty add, especially if you are using this as a dip for tortilla chips or pizza.
    • Finely Chopped Green Onions
    • Lime Zest- Use the zest of 1 lime (the same lime you need for the juice) to add some extra freshness to the dip.
  • If you would like to make it a thinner dressing consistency, you can mix in 1-2 tablespoon of water or milk.
Bowl of Santa Fe ranch on a platter with vegetables.

Serving Ideas

There are so many great ways to enjoy this Santa Fe Ranch Dip! Use it as:

  • Salad Dressing for a garden greens salad or make this Santa Fe Salad
  • A dip for fresh vegetables, tortilla chips, garlic bread or pizza
  • A spread on a sandwich such as Pulled Pork or on these Simple Barbecued Burgers
Vegetable platter with dip.

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Bowl of Santa Fe ranch surrounded by fresh vegetables.

Santa Fe Ranch

Zesty taco meets ranch flavours in this light and creamy Greek yogurt ranch recipe! Use it as a dip, salad dressing and more.
5 from 13 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 18kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon dill weed
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Instructions

  • Mix all of the ingredients until well combined. Taste and add additional salt or seasoning if needed. Stir in 1-2 tablespoon of water if you would like a thinner consistency.
  • Use as desired or chill in the refrigerator.

Notes

Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tablespoon | Calories: 18kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 157mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 1mg
Did you make this recipe?Let me know what you thought in the comments below!

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  1. Tara says

    July 05, 2022 at 1:13 pm

    5 stars
    Oh yum! You had me at just five ingredients. The flavors sound absolutely amazing and it comes together so easily too!

    Reply
    • Janessa says

      July 05, 2022 at 1:29 pm

      Thank you for your kind review, Tara!

      Reply
  2. Carrie says

    July 05, 2022 at 1:52 pm

    5 stars
    This sounds so delicious! And I definitely love how easy this is to make. 🙂

    Reply
    • Janessa says

      July 05, 2022 at 2:22 pm

      Thank you for your kind review, Carrie!

      Reply
  3. Jamie says

    July 05, 2022 at 2:39 pm

    5 stars
    I love how you used greek yogurt in this! It was so flavorful and easy to make!

    Reply
    • Janessa says

      July 05, 2022 at 2:56 pm

      I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Jamie!

      Reply
  4. Anjali says

    July 05, 2022 at 2:45 pm

    5 stars
    I love this healthier version of ranch dressing!! It's creamy and super flavorful and the Greek yogurt works perfectly as a base!

    Reply
    • Janessa says

      July 05, 2022 at 2:57 pm

      I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, Anjali!

      Reply
  5. MJ says

    July 05, 2022 at 3:54 pm

    5 stars
    So yummy and easy! Love this as a dip for veggies. Next time I'll have to try it as a sandwich spread!

    Reply
    • Janessa says

      July 05, 2022 at 5:03 pm

      I'm glad you enjoyed this recipe, MJ.

      Reply
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