Description
This homemade buttermilk ranch dressing is rich and creamy with a bright blend of zesty fresh herbs and dried spices. It’s so quick and easy to make this restaurant-worthy ranch dressing. You’ll never want to buy bottled store-bought dressing again!
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
- 1/4 - 1/2 cup buttermilk (depending on your desired consistency)
- 1 small garlic clove, finely minced or pressed
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt, or more to taste
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream (or Greek yogurt if using), ¼ cup of buttermilk, garlic, fresh chives, fresh dill, parsley, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice.
- Taste and add up to ¼ cup buttermilk if you want a thinner, pourable consistency. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving. This helps to mellow the garlic and allow the flavors to meld together. The dressing will thicken as it rests in the fridge.
Notes
- While you can enjoy this buttermilk ranch dressing immediately, it tastes best after resting in the fridge for 1 hour. This allows the flavors to meld together.
- How long does homemade ranch last? It keeps well in an airtight container in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.
- Can I make ranch without buttermilk? Yes, you can use regular milk. It won’t taste exactly the same, but it’ll still be delicious!
- How can I make ranch taste like a restaurant? The key is to use real buttermilk, add fresh chives and dill, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and to let the ranch rest in the fridge for at least 1 hour before serving.
- If you taste this ranch dressing and feel like something is still missing, you can add a drop or two of Worcestershire sauce. Most store-bought and restaurant ranch dressing contain MSG, which adds a savory and umami depth to food. Worcestershire sauce can replicate a similar depth of flavor.
- Why is my ranch dressing too thick? Add more buttermilk to thin out the dressing and make it easier to drizzle. Add 1 tablespoon at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
- Why is my ranch dressing too thin? You can thicken it up by adding more mayonnaise, sour cream, or Greek yogurt. Letting it rest in the fridge can help to naturally thicken the dressing.
- Can ranch be used a both a dressing and dip? Yes. To make it a dip, use less buttermilk. To make it a dressing, add more buttermilk.
- Can I make ranch healthier? Yes, you can use light mayonnaise, plain Greek yogurt, or low-fat sour cream. The dressing will thicken as it rests in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: condiment
- Method: Chopped
- Cuisine: American