Homemade Ranch Dressing
A creamy, tangy, and herbaceous homemade ranch dressing perfect for salads, dips, and more. Easy to make with pantry staples.
4h 5m4Servings
Nutrition
431kcal
2gProtein
4gCarbs
46gFat
Ingredients
Mayonnaise
1 cup
Sour Cream
½ cup
Buttermilk
¼ cup
Garlic Powder
1 tsp
Onion Powder
1 tsp
Cayenne Pepper
¼ tsp
Black Pepper
½ tsp
Salt
To taste
to taste
Dried Dill
1 tsp
Dried Tarragon
1 tsp
Fresh Chives
1 tbsp
Fresh Parsley
1 tbsp
Worcestershire Sauce
2 drops
Instructions
1Combine Ingredients
5m
5mAdd Base Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk.
Add Spices and Herbs
Add garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, dried dill, and dried tarragon.
Add Worcestershire Sauce
Add two drops of Worcestershire sauce.
Whisk to Combine
Whisk all ingredients together until well combined and smooth.
Stir in Fresh Herbs
Stir in the finely chopped fresh chives and parsley.
2Chill the Dressing
4h
4hCover and Refrigerate
Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight. This allows the flavors to meld and the dried ingredients to hydrate.
3Taste and Adjust
1m
1mTaste and Season
Before serving, taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs if desired.
4Serve
1m
1mServe
Ladle the ranch dressing over your favorite salad, use it as a dip for vegetables or wings, or as a spread.
Tips
For the best flavor, allow the dressing to chill for at least 4 hours, or overnight, to let the flavors meld.
If you prefer a thinner dressing, add a little more buttermilk, one tablespoon at a time, until the desired consistency is reached.
This dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.