Description
This homemade ranch dressing is a creamy, tangy, and flavorful condiment perfect for salads, dips, and more. Made with a combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, and a blend of savory herbs and spices, it’s easy to prepare and customizable to your taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Dressing Base
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk mixed with 1 tbsp vinegar)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh dill)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Garnish
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Mix Mayonnaise and Sour Cream: In a medium bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup sour cream until the mixture is smooth and creamy, forming the base of the ranch dressing.
- Add Buttermilk: Gradually pour in 1/2 cup buttermilk (or milk combined with 1 tbsp vinegar), stirring continuously until you achieve your preferred dressing consistency, whether thicker or more pourable.
- Incorporate Seasonings: Add 1 tsp dried dill (or 1 tbsp fresh dill), 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, and salt and pepper to taste. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors evenly.
- Taste and Adjust: Sample the dressing and adjust the seasoning as needed by adding more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference.
- Refrigerate to Meld Flavors: Cover the bowl and chill the dressing in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This resting time allows the flavors to fully meld and develop, enhancing the overall taste.
Notes
- Use fresh dill instead of dried for a brighter flavor.
- If you don’t have buttermilk, substitute with regular milk mixed with 1 tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice.
- Adjust garlic and onion powder according to taste preferences.
- Refrigerate dressing and consume within 1 week for best freshness.
- For a thinner dressing, add more buttermilk gradually.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
