Quick & Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing in 5 Minutes
Homemade Ranch Dressing
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This ranch dressing recipe is easy to make at home with sour cream, mayo, and herbs for a creamy salad dressing that tastes better than store-bought!
Why You’ll Love This Ranch Dressing
Craving a tangy homemade ranch dressing that outshines store-bought options? With bold flavor from fresh herbs and a lusciously creamy texture, this ranch is your new go-to condiment for salads, veggies, and more.
- Ready in just 5 minutes—perfect for busy weeknights
- Uses simple pantry staples like mayo and sour cream
- Customizable with your favorite herbs and spices
Ingredients for Creamy Ranch
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup buttermilk (or regular milk)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
How to Make Ranch Dressing
Step-by-Step Preparation
- Gather all ingredients and tools: a mixing bowl, whisk, and storage jar.
- In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Fold in fresh chives, parsley, and dill for that signature herb flavor.
- Transfer the dressing to a sealed jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Before serving, give the ranch a good shake or stir to ensure it’s perfectly blended.
Tips & Variations
- Thicker dip: Omit buttermilk and use extra sour cream.
- Zesty twist: Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a dash of hot sauce for extra zing.
- Vegan option: Swap the mayo and sour cream for your favorite vegan alternatives.
- Herb swap: Use dried herbs—reduce fresh herbs by half and let the dressing sit longer for full flavor.
Nutrition Information (per 2 tbsp)
- Calories: 153 kcal
- Fat: 17 g
- Cholesterol: 11 mg
- Sodium: 134 mg
- Protein: 1 g
- Carbs: 1 g
Dive into your next salad, veggie platter, or snack tray with this fresh, homemade ranch.
Recipe adapted from Allrecipes
Homemade Ranch Dressing
This ranch dressing recipe is easy to make at home with sour cream, mayo, and herbs for a creamy salad dressing that tastes better than store-bought!
Ingredients
Method
- Gather all ingredients and tools: a mixing bowl, whisk, and storage jar.
- In a bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth and creamy.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until fully combined.
- Fold in fresh chives, parsley, and dill for that signature herb flavor.
- Transfer the dressing to a sealed jar and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Before serving, give the ranch a good shake or stir to ensure it’s perfectly blended.
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