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Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe

4.5 from 141 reviews

This Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe offers a creamy, tangy, and flavorful classic condiment made from a blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and a mix of dried herbs and spices. Perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling over your favorite dishes, this easy-to-make dressing can be customized with optional dill pickle juice for an extra zesty kick.

Ingredients

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Spices and Seasonings

  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1/2 tsp dried dill
  • 1/2 tsp dried chives
  • 3/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 3/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp dried onion flakes

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp dill pickle juice (optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Seasoning Mix: In a small bowl, combine the salt, pepper, dried parsley, dried dill, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried onion flakes. Alternatively, you may use 2 tablespoons of dry ranch seasoning mix as a substitute for these spices.
  2. Mix the Dressing Base: In a larger bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, half of the buttermilk, dill pickle juice (if using), and the prepared seasoning mix until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  3. Adjust Thickness: Gradually whisk in the remaining buttermilk until the dressing reaches your desired consistency, whether thinner for drizzling or thicker for dipping.
  4. Chill and Marinate: Transfer the dressing to a container, cover it, and refrigerate for at least one hour and up to overnight. This resting time allows the flavors to meld together for a richer, more balanced taste.
  5. Serve: Serve chilled as a dressing for salads, a dip for vegetables and chips, or as a complementary sauce on your favorite dishes. Enjoy your homemade ranch dressing!

Notes

  • For a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk gradually until reaching your preferred consistency.
  • Dill pickle juice is optional but adds a nice tangy flavor; adjust to taste.
  • Store leftover dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Use fresh herbs instead of dried ones for a brighter herbaceous flavor, adjusting quantities accordingly (usually 3 times dried amount).
  • This recipe can easily be doubled or halved depending on your needs.

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