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Best Ranch Dressing

Best Ranch Dressing


  • Author: Julia Walton
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 ½ cups
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Skip the store-bought stuff and make this *Best Ranch Dressing* at home in just minutes! Creamy, tangy, and packed with fresh herbs, this easy recipe is perfect as a salad dressing, dip for veggies, or sauce for wings and tenders. It’s one of those quick recipes that adds instant flavor to any dish. If you’re looking for *easy dinner ideas*, *healthy snack dips*, or just new *food ideas* to upgrade your meals, this ranch dressing is a must-try.


Ingredients

½ cup mayonnaise

½ cup sour cream

½ cup buttermilk

1 small clove garlic, minced

1 tablespoon fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)

1 tablespoon fresh parsley

1 tablespoon fresh chives

1 teaspoon lemon juice

¼ teaspoon salt

⅛ teaspoon black pepper


Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.

2. Add garlic, dill, parsley, chives, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

3. Stir until all ingredients are fully combined.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

5. For a thinner dressing, stir in more buttermilk a tablespoon at a time.

6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream.

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Sauces & Dressings
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

Keywords: ranch dressing, homemade ranch, salad dressing, easy recipe