When making homemade ranch dressing, the ingredients and proportions are essential to achieving the perfect balance of flavors. Whether you prefer a tangy, creamy, or herby ranch, various recipes offer unique variations to suit your palate. From classic buttermilk ranch to Greek yogurt ranch or avocado ranch, there's a recipe for every occasion. So, gather your ingredients, such as buttermilk, mayonnaise, sour cream, herbs, and spices, and get ready to create a homemade ranch dressing that will elevate any dish from salads to appetizers.
Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!
RANCH DRESSING AND DIP MIX
This versatile recipe converts easily into a creamy dip or smooth dressing. It's delicious served with fresh veggies or drizzled over greens. -Carolyn Zimmerman, Fairbury, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers Side Dishes
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Yield: about 6 tablespoons mix (enough to make 6 batches). , To prepare dressing: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon mix with mayonnaise and buttermilk; refrigerate. Yield: 2 cups., To prepare dip: In a bowl, combine 1 tablespoon mix and sour cream; refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252 calories, Fat 26g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 306mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
Ree Drummond's Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, features buttermilk, fresh herbs and cayenne pepper.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mince the garlic with a knife and then sprinkle on the salt and mash it into a paste with a fork.
- In a bowl, combine the garlic paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, chives, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, vinegar, paprika, cayenne and hot sauce. Add the buttermilk to desired consistency and mix to combine, tasting frequently and adjusting seasonings as needed. Chill for a couple of hours before serving, thinning with more buttermilk if needed.
CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING AND DIP
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Combine mayonnaise, buttermilk , sour cream, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, thyme, and parsley in a bowl and whisk until completely mixed.
- Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to incorporate.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 106 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 177 mg, Sugar 1 g, Fat 11 g, ServingSize 1 pint (16 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
EASY RANCH DIP
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories appetizer
Time 5m
Yield about 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, chives, vinegar, dill, salt, parsley, garlic and hot sauce to a food processor and pulse to combine.
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING AND DIP MIX
Ranch dip or dressing from scratch. I love Ranch dressing and dip. Sometimes the store is to far away. I live 30 minutes from an affordable grocery store.
Provided by SwoR8193
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 4m
Yield 1 cup approximately
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients and place in air tight jar.
- Stir one teaspoon of dressing/dip mix into 8 ounces of sour cream at a time to taste.
- Pour buttermilk into sour cream mixture until it is the desired thickness for dressing.
- Omit buttermilk for dip or use very little.
- This may also be added to a mayonnaise and buttermilk mixture if preferred or added to "soy" sour cream substitute with soy milk and a teaspoon of vinegar to make it vegan.
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING AND DIP MIX
Give this versatile mix in a decorative jar with instructions for making dip or dressing. Then tuck it into a gift basket along with a pretty serving bowl and snack crackers or chips. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 10m
Yield 1 cup dressing or 2 cups dip per batch.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix seasonings until well blended. Transfer to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year. Shake to redistribute seasonings before using. Yield: 4 batches dressing or 2 batches dip (about 4 tablespoons mix).To prepare salad dressing: Whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk and 1 tablespoon mix. Refrigerate, covered, at least 1 hour before serving. To prepare dip: Mix mayonnaise, sour cream and 2 tablespoons mix until blended. Refrigerate, covered, at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 108 calories, Fat 11g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 198mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. 1/4 cup dip
HOMEMADE RANCH DIP
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl. Whisk to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- This dip will keep nicely in the refrigerator for up to a week. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 62 kcal, Fat 6 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 6 mg, Sodium 50 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
RANCH DRESSING II
This ranch dressing is great because it doesn't have all the chemicals and preservatives that many do. You can also use buttermilk in place of the sour cream, if you like.
Provided by DAWNIA
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING/DIP
This is fabulous! Once you've made this you won't ever want to buy another jar or packaged mix of Ranch dressing again! It's delicious on salads or used as a dip. (Be sure to use real mayonnaise...I use Hellmans...instead of salad dressing.)
Provided by txgammi
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 7m
Yield 3 cups, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients and mix well.
- Pour in jar and chill.
Tips:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs on hand, you can use dried herbs, but use half the amount.
- If you like a thicker dressing, add more sour cream or mayonnaise. For a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk.
- To make a vegan ranch dressing, use vegan mayonnaise and sour cream. You can also use almond milk or soy milk instead of buttermilk.
- Ranch dressing is a versatile condiment that can be used on salads, vegetables, chicken, fish, and even pizza. It can also be used as a dip for chips, pretzels, or vegetables.
- Store ranch dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Ranch dressing is a delicious and versatile condiment that is easy to make at home. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dressing, give this homemade ranch dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!
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