Homemade Ranch Dressing is creamy, tangy, and fresh, perfect for dressing salads, dipping veggies, or as a spread for sandwiches and wraps. Making it from scratch allows you to adjust the flavors to your taste and avoid the preservatives found in store-bought versions.
📋 Ingredients:
- 🥛 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 🥛 1/2 cup sour cream
- 🥛 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 🌿 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped
- 🌿 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 🧄 1 clove garlic, minced, or 1 tsp garlic powder
- 🍋 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
- 🧂 1/2 tsp salt
- 🌶️ 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 🧂 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 🌿 Optional: 1/4 tsp dried dill or to taste
📝 Directions:
1. Combine Ingredients:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
2. Add Herbs and Seasonings:
- Stir in the chives, parsley, garlic (or garlic powder), lemon juice (or vinegar), salt, pepper, onion powder, and dill if using. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
3. Adjust Consistency:
- If the dressing is too thick, you can thin it by adding a little more buttermilk until you reach your desired consistency.
4. Let Flavors Meld:
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dressing to a jar with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or preferably a few hours, to let the flavors meld together.
5. Serve:
- Give the dressing a good stir before serving. Use it over your favorite salads, as a dip for fresh vegetables, or as a creamy topping for baked potatoes.
🍽 Serve:
Enjoy your homemade Ranch dressing as a versatile and delightful addition to your meals. It’s sure to enhance any dish with its fresh and creamy flavor!
⏱ Preparation Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Chilling Time: 30 minutes to a few hours
🍽 Servings: Makes about 1 1/2 cups
💡 Notes:
- The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. The flavor often improves after the first day as the herbs and spices infuse the base.
- Feel free to experiment with additional herbs like tarragon or cilantro for a different twist on the classic ranch flavor.
Homemade Ranch Dressing is not only simple to make but also a healthier alternative to processed options, giving you all the rich and tangy taste you love with none of the added preservatives. 🥗✨