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    Homemade Ranch Dressing

    Oct 27, 2022. by Bhavana Patil. No Comments | This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    This easy Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing is perfect over salads. You can also serve it as a dip for veggies or chips - healthier than store-bought!

    homemade ranch dressing in a mason jar with a salad plate on the side

    Ranch dressing is a classic American salad dressing usually made from buttermilk, sour cream, sometimes mayonnaise, seasonings, herbs such as parsley, dill, and chives. It is one of the best-selling salad dressings in the United States.

    This buttermilk ranch dressing tastes fresh, creamy, herby, and tangy. The tang slightly comes from the sour cream and lemon juice. The herb flavors come from chives, dill, and parsley.

    You can use it as dressing for salads or dip for veggies, fries, or chips. It is also a great addition to tacos, wraps, sandwiches, or roasted veggies. To make a thick homemade ranch dip reduce the amount of buttermilk to ยผ cup.

    This recipe was adapted from cookie and kate blog.

    Ingredients for making Ranch Dressing

    • Sour Cream: I like to use full-fat Sour cream to get a creamy ranch dressing. You may also use low-fat sour cream.
    • Buttermilk: Buttermilk offers some additional tang and thins out the sour cream and mayonnaise to yield a drizzly texture.
    • Mayonnaise: Use Full fat and no added sugar. This gives the extra dressing creaminess. My favorite brands are Hellmann's and Primal Kitchen.
    • Fresh Herbs: I love to use fresh Parsley, Dill, and Chives as it gives signature ranch flavor. You can also use dried herbs if that's what you have.
    • Garlic: a fresh clove of garlic finely minced. You can also use garlic powder.
    • Lemon Juice: adds a dash of tanginess to the dressing. You can substitute this with apple cider vinegar instead.
    • Seasonings: Salt & Pepper
    ranch dressing ingredients

    How to Make Homemade Ranch Dressing

    In a jar or bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. At this stage, taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking.

    step to prepare ranch dressing in a jar collage

    Serve it immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    ranch dressing in a spoon with salad plate on the side

    How to Serve Ranch Dressing?

    This homemade ranch dressing goes well on almost everything.

    • Drizzled on chopped salad
    • As a dip with veggies, fries, or chips
    • Spread on wraps or sandwiches
    • With roasted potatoes

    Tips & Variations

    1. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a homemade buttermilk substitute by combining a teaspoon of lemon juice with ยฝ cup of milk.
    2. You can replace lemon juice with apple cider vinegar for extra tartness.
    3. Both fresh herbs and dried herbs work great for this recipe.
    4. To make spicy ranch dressing, add a little cayenne pepper or red chili powder for a kick.
    5. Be sure to taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as you like.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long will homemade ranch dressing last?

    Leftover homemade ranch dressing should last for 5 to 7 days in the refrigerator when stored in a Mason jar or airtight container. I do not recommend freezing as it doesn't freeze or thaw well.

    I donโ€™t have buttermilk. What could I use instead?

    If you donโ€™t have buttermilk, then prepare a homemade buttermilk substitute by combining a teaspoon of lemon juice with a half cup of milk.

    What can I use in place of Mayo?

    More sour cream (or greek yogurt), or vegan mayo. It will taste slightly different, but it works!

    Is this Ranch dressing Keto-friendly?

    No, this recipe uses buttermilk which is high in carbs. Also, some store-bought ranch dressings have hidden ingredients like sugar.

    homemade ranch dressing/dip in a glass jar garnished with fresh herbs

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    homemade ranch dressing/dip in a glass jar garnished with fresh herbs

    Homemade Ranch Dressing

    Bhavana Patil
    This easy Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing is perfect over salads. You can also serve it as a dip for veggies or chips - healthier than store-bought. This Recipe yields about 1 cup dressing.
    5 from 2 votes
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    Servings: 1 cup
    Calories : 502
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten-Free, Vegetarian
    Method: No-Cook
    Prep Time : 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time : 10 minutes minutes

    Ingredients
      

    • ยฝ cup sour cream (or greek yogurt)
    • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
    • ยฝ cup buttermilk or as required
    • 1 tablespoon fresh chives minced
    • 1 tablespoon fresh dill minced
    • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley minced
    • 1 garlic clove minced or pressed
    • 2 teaspoon lemon juice (or apple cider vinegar)
    • salt to taste
    • black pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • In a jar or bowl, whisk together sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, fresh herbs, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth. At this stage, taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking.
    • Serve it immediately or transfer it to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator until ready to use.

    Notes

    Tips & Variations

    1. If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a homemade buttermilk substitute by combining a teaspoon of lemon juice with ยฝ cup of milk.
    2. You can replace lemon juice with apple cider vinegar for extra tartness.
    3. Both fresh herbs and dried herbs work great for this recipe.
    4. To make spicy ranch dressing, add a little cayenne pepper or red chili powder for a kick.
    5. Be sure to taste the dressing and adjust the seasoning as you like.
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    Note:ย Nutrition values are my best estimates. If you rely on them for your diet, use your preferred nutrition calculator.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 502kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 7gFat: 47gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 93mgSodium: 343mgPotassium: 368mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1432IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 272mgIron: 1mg
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