Description
This Best Homemade Ranch Dressing is creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh herb flavor—way better than anything from a bottle! Made with simple ingredients like buttermilk, mayo, and a blend of herbs, it’s perfect for salads, dipping veggies, wings, or drizzling over pizza.
Ingredients
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Ranch Dressing Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup buttermilk (more for a thinner consistency)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped dill (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried)
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chives (or ¼ teaspoon dried)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or white vinegar (optional, for extra tang)
Instructions
- Combine Dairy Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth to create the creamy base of the dressing.
- Add Herbs and Seasonings: Add the dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using) into the bowl. Mix well to combine all flavors uniformly.
- Chill to Develop Flavor: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the dressing for at least 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Final Stir: Stir the dressing before serving to ensure it’s well mixed and ready to enjoy with your favorite dishes.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
- Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne pepper for a little kick.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
