Best 7 Jalapeno Ranch Salad Dressing Recipes

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Are you seeking a thrilling and flavorful ranch salad dressing that packs a punch? Look no further than the tantalizing Jalapeño Ranch Salad Dressing! Perfectly balancing spicy, creamy, and herbaceous notes, this dressing adds excitement to your salads, wraps, and dips. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we explore the incredible recipe for this dynamic dressing that will transform your culinary creations.

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JALAPEñO RANCH DRESSING



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If you love spice then you're going to love our Jalapeño Ranch Dressing recipe. Packed with bold zesty flavor, this recipe is perfect for dressings, dip, or sauce!

Provided by Hidden Valley

Categories     Dips

Time 5m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 6

¾ cup sour cream
¾ cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 jalapeño
¼ cup fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Season to taste with additional lime juice, if needed.
  • Store the jalapeño ranch in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts :

JALAPENO RANCH SALAD DRESSING



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Cool, creamy, and spicy. Crazy good salad dressing you could also use as a dip. This recipe is a lot like the dip they serve at Chuy's, which is a restaurant we have in Texas.

Provided by bbqgirl

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Sour Cream Dressing Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tomatillos, husked and quartered
½ bunch cilantro
2 pickled jalapeno peppers
1 (16 ounce) container fat-free sour cream
2 (1 ounce) packages ranch dressing mix

Steps:

  • Place tomatillos, cilantro, and jalapenos in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth and set aside.
  • Combine the sour cream and ranch dressing mix in a medium bowl. Whisk in about 3/4 of the green sauce; taste and adjust the heat level by adding more green sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 48.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 6.6 mg, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 2.8 g, Sodium 405.3 mg, Sugar 4.4 g

JALAPENO RANCH DRESSING RECIPE



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This jalapeno ranch is creamy, slightly spicy, and totally addicting!

Provided by Amber Goulden

Categories     Dressing

Number Of Ingredients 6

3/4 cup mayo
1/4 cup fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)
1 jalapeno (de-seeded)
1 clove garlic
1 teaspoon dried dill (or 1 tablespoon fresh)
1 teaspoon dried parsley (or 1 tablespoon fresh)

Steps:

  • Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
  • Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

JALAPENO RANCH DRESSING



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A spicy twist on traditional ranch dressing. I use this on taco salads and as a dipping sauce for taquitos, mini-tacos, jalapeno poppers, etc. It's good with or without the avocado! Add more peppers to taste. I make a batch with habaneros for my father-in-law, too!

Provided by Nicole

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Ranch Dressing Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 cups ranch salad dressing (such as Hidden Valley® Original Ranch®)
1 tablespoon cilantro leaves, minced
¼ cup pickled jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 tomato, chopped
1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and chopped

Steps:

  • Blend ranch dressing, cilantro, jalapeno pepper, tomato, and avocado in a blender until smooth. Refrigerate for 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Cholesterol 6.1 mg, Fat 12.6 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 233.8 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

CHOPPED SALAD WITH JALAPEñO-RANCH DRESSING



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This chopped salad is fresh, festive and excessive in a celebratory way. While most salads opt for the lightest layer of dressing to optimize the produce's flavors, this one calls for the dressing to generously coat the crisp ingredients. Inspired by Caesar salad, ranch dressing and the dinner-worthy salads popularized at chain restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, this salad is punchy and satisfying, thanks to rich ingredients, like avocado, Cotija and a mayonnaise-thickened dressing, plus those with bite, like radishes, corn kernels and tortilla chips. Pair the salad with grilled tofu, chicken, shrimp or burgers - or nothing at all. This salad eschews subtlety, and hits all the right notes.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 large scallions, trimmed and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño with its seeds (or to taste)
1 lime, zested
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
3 romaine lettuce hearts (about 1 pound), trimmed and chopped into bite-size pieces
3 fresh ears of corn, shucked, kernels removed from cobs
8 radishes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons
2 large, ripe avocados, pitted and diced
5 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced at an angle
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija (or grated Parmesan)
1 cup chopped cilantro, leaves and tender stems
2 cups crumbled lime tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

  • Prepare the dressing: In a large measuring cup, whisk all the dressing ingredients together to combine. Season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. (Makes 1 ¼ cups. It will taste quite salty at this point, and that is intentional. You want it to hold up when tossed with a big pile of vegetables.)
  • In a large shallow bowl or platter, toss the romaine with half of the following ingredients: corn, radishes, avocado, sliced scallions, Cotija and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add ½ cup dressing and toss to coat. Season again with salt and pepper.
  • Top with the remaining corn, radishes, avocado, scallions, Cotija and cilantro, scattering the garnishes on top or arranging them in stripes or piles. Sprinkle some crumbled tortilla chips on top, if using. Drizzle the salad with an additional 1/4 cup dressing, and serve immediately, serving any remaining dressing and additional tortilla chips alongside.

CILANTRO AND JALAPENO RANCH DRESSING



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This is a recipe for a dressing that is being served at a Tex-Mex restaurant in Utah. It is fabulous, and do easy! The cooking time is for the time in fridge.

Provided by Miss Diggy

Categories     Salad Dressings

Time 35m

Yield 2 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (1 1/8 ounce) package ranch dressing mix
1 cup milk or 1 cup buttermilk
1 cup mayonnaise
2 jalapenos, chopped seeds & membranes removed
2 tablespoons cilantro

Steps:

  • Mix the dressing mix, milk (buttermilk if using) and mayonnaise until well blended.
  • Let sit until thickened in fridge, about 30 minutes.
  • Put dressing in a blender, and add jalapenos and cilantro and puree all together.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432.6, Fat 35, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 38.1, Sodium 716.6, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 6.4, Protein 4.2

GRILLED CHICKEN BACON RANCH SALAD



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This chicken bacon ranch salad is packed full of protein and makes enough to serve a crowd, but can be scaled down easily!

Provided by thedailygourmet

Categories     Chicken Salad

Time 15m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 heads baby artisan lettuce
1 pound grilled chicken breast, sliced
10 ounces multi-colored cherry tomatoes, halved, or more to taste
1 cup thinly sliced mini peppers
½ pound cooked bacon, chopped
½ cup ranch dressing
2 medium avocados - peeled, pitted, and cubed
½ cup multicolored tortilla strips
pollo asado seasoning

Steps:

  • Remove core from each mini artisan lettuce. Place each lettuce head on a large cutting board and cut each lettuce head into bite-sized pieces, using a sharp knife. Place lettuce in a very large bowl.
  • Add chicken, tomatoes, and peppers to salad greens and sprinkle with chopped bacon. Pour in ranch dressing and toss to combine.
  • Sprinkle cubed avocado and tortilla strips over the the salad and season with pollo asado seasoning, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 344.6 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 66.8 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 24.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.4 g, Sodium 699.3 mg

Tips:

  • Use fresh ingredients: Always use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. Fresh herbs like cilantro, parsley, and chives add a pop of flavor and color to the dressing. Use ripe avocados for a creamy texture and tangy lemon juice for brightness.
  • Adjust the heat level to your liking: If you like a spicy dressing, use more jalapeños. If you prefer a milder flavor, use fewer or remove the seeds from the jalapeños before mincing. You can also add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a subtle heat.
  • Make it ahead of time: This dressing can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights or when you're entertaining guests.
  • Use it as a marinade or dipping sauce: In addition to being a delicious salad dressing, this jalapeño ranch dressing can also be used as a marinade for chicken, fish, or vegetables. It also makes a great dipping sauce for chips, veggies, or onion rings.

Conclusion:

This jalapeño ranch salad dressing is a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy dressing that is perfect for adding flavor to your favorite salads. It's also versatile and can be used as a marinade or dipping sauce. With a few simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time, you can have a delicious and flavorful dressing that will elevate any dish. So next time you're looking for a new salad dressing to try, give this jalapeño ranch dressing a try. You won't be disappointed!

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