Homemade Ranch Dressing

Whip up easy homemade ranch dressing with fresh herbs, garlic, and creamy buttermilk. Perfect for salads, dipping sauces, and fresh vegetables in just minutes.

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Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Keyword: dip for vegetables, game day dips, gluten-free salad dressing, holiday party appetizers, kid-friendly snacks, summer picnic recipes

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 5

Servings:

Calories: 90kcal

Author: Jennifer Locklin

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Ingredients

½ cup buttermilk
½ cup sour cream
½ cup real mayonnaise
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
3 tablespoons fresh dill minced
1 Tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley minced
2 Tablespoons fresh chives minced
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon kosher salt to taste
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper to taste

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Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients:

Measure all the ingredients and finely mince the fresh dill, parsley, and chives.

Mix the Base:

In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise.
Whisk until smooth.

Add Flavor:

Stir in the lemon juice, fresh herbs (dill, parsley, and chives), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Blend Until Smooth:

Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly combined, and the dressing has a smooth consistency.

Chill for Maximum Flavor:

Pour the dressing into a mason jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

Serve and Store:

Use immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Stir or shake well before serving if separation occurs.

Notes

Dried Herb Equivalents:
If fresh herbs are unavailable, you can substitute with dried herbs:

Fresh Dill: Replace 3 tablespoons fresh dill with 1 teaspoon dried dill.
Fresh Parsley: Replace 1 tablespoon fresh parsley with 1 teaspoon dried parsley.
Fresh Chives: Replace 2 tablespoons fresh chives with 1 teaspoon dried chives.

These substitutions may slightly alter the flavor but will still create a delicious, herbaceous ranch dressing.

Enjoy this easy homemade ranch dressing on salads, as a dip for fresh vegetables, or as the ultimate companion to crispy buffalo wings!

Nutrition

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