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Homemade Ranch Salad Dressing

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  • Author: clara
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 1 1/2 cups 1x
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Homemade Ranch Salad Dressing is a creamy, tangy, and herb-filled dressing made with simple pantry ingredients—perfect for salads, veggies, or as a dipping sauce.


Ingredients

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  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk (adjust for desired consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice or white vinegar (optional, for tang)

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
  2. Add dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice or vinegar if using.
  3. Whisk until well combined and smooth. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  4. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
  5. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter version.
  • Add more buttermilk for a thinner, pourable dressing or less for a thicker dip consistency.
  • Fresh herbs can be used in place of dried—use 3x the amount.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg