Description
Homemade Ranch Dressing is a creamy, flavorful condiment made with a blend of fresh herbs, buttermilk, and mayonnaise. It’s perfect for salads, as a dip, or as a spread, offering a fresher and customizable alternative to store-bought versions.
Ingredients
1/2 cup cold buttermilk or kefir
1/2 cup cold sour cream
1/2 cup real mayonnaise
1 tsp white vinegar
1 tsp onion powder or 2 Tbsp finely chopped chives
1 tsp dried parsley leaves or 2 Tbsp finest chopped Italian parsley leaves
1/2 tsp dried dill or 1 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
1/2 tsp garlic powder or 3 medium garlic cloves (1 Tbsp finely grated garlic)
1/2 tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper or to taste
Instructions
In a bowl, combine all of your ranch ingredients.
Whisk together to combine thoroughly.
Add more salt to taste. As a dressing, 3/4 tsp salt is nice, and as a dip, you can get by with 1/2 tsp salt.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Enjoy your homemade ranch dressing with salads, veggies, or as a dip for your favorite snacks! 
Notes
- For a thicker dressing, use less buttermilk or add more mayonnaise/sour cream.
- The dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based mayonnaise and sour cream alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g