Description
This creamy Homemade Ranch Dressing combines mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk with a blend of herbs and spices to create a classic, tangy dressing perfect for salads, dipping veggies, or drizzling over roasted potatoes. Easy to prepare and customizable in thickness, it offers a fresh and flavorful alternative to store-bought versions.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup buttermilk (more for thinner consistency)
Herbs & Spices
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Acid
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice or white vinegar
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until the mixture is smooth and creamy.
- Add the Herbs and Spices: Stir in the dried dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to evenly distribute the flavors throughout the dressing.
- Add Acid and Adjust Flavor: Pour in the lemon juice or white vinegar and mix well. This adds the characteristic tang of ranch dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Adjust Consistency: For a thinner dressing, gradually add more buttermilk until the desired consistency is reached.
- Chill to Develop Flavor: Cover and chill the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter and slightly tangier version of the dressing.
- This ranch dressing keeps well refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 1 week.
- Perfect for salads, as a veggie dip, or drizzled on roasted potatoes and other dishes.
