Creamy Chipotle Ranch Dressing
User Reviews
4.7
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
12 servings
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Calories
42 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
Mexican
Creamy Chipotle Ranch Dressing
Description
This dressing is made by combining mayonnaise and sour cream for a thick, creamy base, then blending in chipotle peppers that offer a smoky, moderately spicy flavor. Lime juice adds brightness and acidity to balance the richness. Garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, and dill contribute layers of savory and herbaceous notes. Salt is used to enhance all the flavors.
The consistency can be adjusted by adding water to reach a pourable state suitable for salads, dipping, or drizzling over grilled meats and vegetables. The dressing keeps well refrigerated for up to 10 days, allowing the flavors to meld further.
Variations can be made for different dietary needs or spice preferences by modifying the chipotle pepper amount or using vegan substitutes for mayonnaise and sour cream.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 lime juiced (about 2 tablespoons
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 3/4 teaspoon parsley dried
- 3/4 teaspoon dill dried
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more to taste
- 6 tablespoons water plus more for your preferred consistency
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a food processor and blend until completely smooth.
- Add more water if the dressing is too thick for your liking. You want it to be pourable, but not too thin.
- Serve immediately or transfer to a bottle or jar and refrigerate for up to 10 days.
Notes
- This recipe yields approximately 1.5 cups of dressing, suitable for multiple servings.
- Adjust the level of spice by adding chipotle peppers gradually to reach your preferred heat.
- For a vegan version, use vegan mayonnaise and sour cream alternatives.
- To make a lower-fat option, substitute light mayonnaise and replace sour cream with Greek yogurt.
- If chipotle peppers in adobo are unavailable, start with a small amount of chipotle powder and adjust to taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 42 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 2tablespoons | |
| Calories | 42kcal | 2% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 222mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 39mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 232IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 18mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.7
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