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Bolthouse Farms Cucumber Ranch Yogurt Dressing
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Bolthouse Farms Cucumber Ranch Yogurt Dressing

Bolthouse Farms®
12 foz
Available at Foodtown
35
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Sugars
210mg
Sodium
64
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Bolthouse Farms Cucumber Ranch Yogurt Dressing sits in the refrigerated dressings and dips section of the supermarket, typically on a shelf near other refrigerated dressings, yogurt-based dips, and grab-and-go produce trays. You might also spot it close to prepared salads and chilled hummus. It’s pitched as a lighter, fresher take on classic ranch—perfect for shoppers looking for a lower-calorie, flavor-forward option. Popular occasions include weekend brunches on the patio, game-day snack spreads, and weekday meal-prep when someone wants a quick, bright dressing to enliven salads, grain bowls, or vegetable dippers. The brand positions itself toward health-conscious, convenience-minded consumers who still crave familiar flavors: millennial and Gen X parents, fitness-aware shoppers, and those who want “better-for-you” swaps without giving up taste. On the label you’ll see health-halo cues — “light,” references to yogurt and cucumbers, and imagery that evokes farm freshness — but no organic certification; ingredient callouts give a wholesome impression even though there are stabilizers and flavorings listed. In plain terms this is a processed refrigerated dressing that blends cultured dairy with oils, gums, and flavor concentrates. Sensory experience is cool and creamy with a yogurt tang, streaks of grated cucumber for light crunch, and a smooth pourable texture from emulsifiers and thickeners; it comes in a 12 fl oz plastic squeeze bottle, designed for quick drizzling, dipping, or marinating. The ritual is casual: squeeze onto salads, use as a veggie dip at parties, or spoon into meal-prep containers for weekday lunches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0 tbsp
Servings per Container: 12
Calories35
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2g3%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium210mg9%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Total Sugars2g
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Buttermilk, (Cultured, Nonfat, Milk,, Milk,, Sodium, Citrate,, Vitamin, A, Palmitate),, Filtered, Water,, Cucumber,, Yogurt, (Cultured, Pasteurized, Grade, A, Milk,, Cream,, Nonfat, Milk,, Pectin,, Carrageenan),, Soybean, Oil,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Reduced, Acid, Pineapple, Juice, Concentrate,, Distilled, Vinegar,, Contains, 2%, Or, Less:, White, Balsamic, Vinegar,, Salt,, Buttermilk, Powder,, Onion, Powder,, Garlic, Powder,, Natural, Flavor,, Citric, Acid,, Spice,, Egg, Yolk,, Xanthan, Gum,, Cilantro,, Mustard, Seed,, Black, Pepper..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (soybean oil, whey protein concentrate, natural flavors, xanthan gum, carrageenan, concentrated juices) and is formulated as a ready-to-use product, consistent with ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Bolthouse Farms Cucumber Ranch Yogurt Dressing

The Cucumber Ranch Yogurt Dressing can be considered a healthier option compared to traditional creamy dressings, especially with just 35 calories per two-tablespoon serving. It's lower in sugar and saturated fat, making it a decent choice for those looking to lighten up their salads or wraps. However, 'healthy' can be subjective—it's all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

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game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

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