Homemade Ranch Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
55 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Ranch Seasoning
Description
The Homemade Ranch Seasoning provides a versatile dry mix replicating traditional ranch flavor with a blend of dried buttermilk powder, herbs like parsley and dill, and savory seasonings including garlic and onion powder. The inclusion of salt, black pepper, and a hint of sugar rounds the flavor profile. Tarragon adds a subtle, optional herbal note.
This mix can serve as a seasoning substitute for commercial ranch packets, used at about 2 tablespoons per ounce of mix, or blended with dairy bases like sour cream, mayonnaise, and milk to create dips and dressings. The recipe yields approximately ¾ cup of seasoning, enough for multiple servings and adjustments to personal taste. The flexibility lets cooks omit sugar if preferred.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk powder dried regular milk powder can be used instead, dried
- 2 Tbsp parsley dried
- 2 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp dill dried
- 1 tsp onion dried minced
- 1 tsp chives dried
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1/4 tsp tarragon optional but recommended, dried
Instructions
- Whisk all ingredients together, and store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.
To use as a seasoning:
- Replace a 1 oz packet of ranch dressing mix with 2 Tbsp of this seasoning.
To use as in a dip:
- Combine 2 Tbsp of seasoning with 1/3 cup sour cream, 1/3 cup mayonnaise, and about 1/2 cup of milk. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes before serving.
To use as a dressing:
- Mix 2 Tbsp of seasoning mix with 1/2 cup sour cream, and 1/3 cup mayonnaise. Stir in milk until you reach your desired consistency. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for 30-60 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This recipe yields about 3/4 cup of ranch seasoning, suitable for approximately six 2-tablespoon servings, adjustable by personal taste.
- The granulated sugar included can be omitted to reduce sweetness without impacting overall flavor balance.
- Use 2 tablespoons of this seasoning mix to replace a 1-ounce packet of commercial ranch mix in recipes.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 55 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 55kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 445mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 616IU | 12% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 146mg | 15% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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