Creamy Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe
A creamy, herbaceous homemade Ranch Dressing that combines mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk with fresh garlic and herbs for a classic and flavorful dressing perfect for salads, dips, and more.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: About 1 3/4 cups 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
Herbs and Seasonings
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped dill
- 2 tablespoons freshly chopped chives
- 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- Pinch cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth and creamy, ensuring no lumps remain.
- Add Herbs and Seasonings: Stir in the minced garlic, chopped parsley, dill, chives, kosher salt, black pepper, onion powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
- Chill and Store: Transfer the dressing to a covered container and refrigerate. Allow the flavors to meld for at least 30 minutes before serving. The dressing can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For a thinner consistency, add a little more buttermilk to your liking.
- Fresh herbs provide the best flavor, but you can substitute dried herbs at about one-third the amount.
- Use the dressing as a salad dressing, dip for vegetables, or topping for baked potatoes.
- If unavailable, you can substitute plain yogurt for sour cream as a lighter option.
- Adjust salt and cayenne pepper to your personal taste preferences.
Keywords: Ranch Dressing, Homemade Ranch, Creamy Dressing, Herb Dressing, Salad Dressing, Dips
