Taco Bell Volcano Sauce

Ingredients

• 300 g Nonfat Greek yogurt
• 60 g Light mayonnaise
• 2 tsp Distilled white vinegar
• 38 g Nacho cheddar powder (Kernel Season’s works well; it can be found in many popcorn sections or online.)
• 2 tsp Paprika (Seasoning amount is a guideline; adjust to taste.)
• 1.5 tsp Chili powder (Seasoning amount is a guideline; adjust to taste.)
• 1 tsp Cayenne pepper (Seasoning amount is a guideline; adjust to taste.)
• 1 tsp Garlic powder (Seasoning amount is a guideline; adjust to taste.)
• 1 tsp Onion powder (Seasoning amount is a guideline; adjust to taste.)
• 0.5 tsp Fine salt (Adjust to taste.)
• 0.25 tsp MSG (Optional but recommended.)
• 2 tsp Sugar-free sweetener (Use a 1-to-1 substitute such as monk fruit; adjust to taste.)
• Water (Add 1–2 tablespoons at a time, only as needed, to reach the desired consistency.)

Steps

1. 1

   Add the Greek yogurt, light mayonnaise, distilled white vinegar, nacho cheddar powder, paprika, chili powder, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, fine salt, MSG if using, and sugar-free sweetener to a jar.

2. 2

   Mix the ingredients thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and evenly combined.

3. 3

   Taste the sauce and adjust the seasonings to suit your preference. The listed seasoning amounts are guidelines, so season to taste.

4. 4

   If the sauce is too thick, add water 1–2 tablespoons at a time, mixing after each addition, until the desired consistency is reached.

5. 5

   For best results, refrigerate the sauce for 15–30 minutes so the flavors can meld.

6. 6

   Serve the chilled sauce as a dip or dressing.

Notes

The source states that the full jar contains 384 calories, 32 g protein, 28 g carbohydrates, and 16 g fat. A 4-tablespoon serving is listed as 48 calories, 4 g protein, 3.5 g carbohydrates, and 2 g fat, yielding approximately 8 servings. Seasonings are suggested amounts and may be adjusted to taste.

Nutrition per serving

• sauce
• dip
• dressing
• Mexican-inspired
• no-cook
• high-protein
• macro-friendly
• vegetarian