Homemade Ranch Dressing
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
215 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Description
The recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing involves combining mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk as the creamy base. Flavorful ingredients such as Dijon mustard and Worcestershire sauce add subtle complexity. Fresh or dried herbs—parsley, dill, oregano, and basil—contribute the classic herbaceous notes alongside minced garlic and green onions for sharpness. The dressing is well mixed and then chilled for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
The texture is smooth and rich, ideal for salads or as a dip for vegetables and snacks. Using fresh herbs is recommended for brighter flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted in lesser amounts due to their concentrated taste. The dressing keeps fresh in the refrigerator for up to five days, making it suitable for preparing ahead.
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon green onions thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic minced
- 2 teaspoons parsley minced, fresh
- 2 teaspoons dill minced, fresh
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/4 teaspoon basil dried
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Place all of the ingredients in a medium bowl or a jar.
- If using a bowl, whisk everything together until well combined.
- For a jar, seal the jar and shake well to combine.
- Chill the dressing for at least 30 minutes, then serve and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh herbs when possible for the best flavor; if using dried herbs, reduce quantities to about one-third.
- Keep the dressing refrigerated and consume within five days for freshness.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 215 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 215kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 13g | 76% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 352mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 46mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 100IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.