Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
A creamy and fresh buttermilk ranch dressing that tastes so much better than anything from a store bottle.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like the taste of fresh ranch dressing made right in your own kitchen. This version is thick, tangy, and packed with garden herbs, making it the perfect companion for a crisp salad or a plate of crunchy vegetable sticks.
My best tip for the flavor is to let the dressing sit in the fridge for at least thirty minutes before you serve it. This short wait helps all those fresh herbs soften and release their oils into the creamy base, which makes the taste much better.
🧺 Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon dried chives
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk to a medium mixing bowl and whisk until smooth.
- 2
Stir in the parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- 3
Whisk everything together until the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the dressing.
- 4
Cover the bowl and place it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
- 5
Give it a quick stir before serving and keep any leftovers in an airtight jar in the fridge for up to one week.
💡 Tips
Store your ranch in a glass mason jar for easy pouring and freshness. If you want a thicker dip, use slightly less buttermilk, or add a bit more if you prefer a thinner consistency for your salads.
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