How to Make Ranch Seasoning
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
1 cup
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Calories
199 kcal
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Course
Condiments, Others
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Cuisine
American
How to Make Ranch Seasoning
Description
How to Make Ranch Seasoning brings together dried herbs and spices into a well-balanced, dry mix. Nutritional yeast or dried buttermilk powder forms the base providing umami and tang. Dried parsley, dill, and chives contribute the grassy, herbal notes that define ranch seasoning. Onion powder and garlic powder add savory depth, while sugar and mustard powder enhance subtle sweetness and mild heat. Salt and black pepper finish the blend with seasoning and balance.
The recipe is simple to prepare by combining all ingredients in a jar and shaking to blend evenly. This makes it easy to store and use as needed. The seasoning can be used to make ranch-flavored dressings by adding wet ingredients or sprinkled directly on dishes and proteins for flavor.
Customizing the mix is encouraged by adjusting herb quantities or adding extras like red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or smoked paprika for heat, brightness, or smokiness. Proper storage in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer maintains freshness for up to a month or longer if frozen. Shaking before use ensures even distribution as some ingredients may settle.
Making a larger batch allows for meal prep convenience, enabling quick seasoning for salads, dips, or dishes when pressed for time. This recipe offers a flexible base to replicate ranch seasoning flavor using accessible pantry ingredients.
Ingredients
- ½ cup nutritional yeast or dried buttermilk powder
- 1 tablespoon parsley dried
- 1 tablespoon dill dried
- 1 tablespoon chives dried
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- ¼ teaspoon mustard powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a clean, dry pint-sized jar with a tight fitting lid. Shake until well combined. Store in the refrigerator for up to one month.
Notes
- Store the seasoning in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to one month, or freeze up to four months to preserve freshness.
- Shake the jar before use to mix settled ingredients evenly.
- Feel free to adjust herb amounts or add extras like red pepper flakes, lemon zest, or smoked paprika to customize flavor.
- Make larger batches ahead for convenience during meal prep.
- Combine ingredients directly in a spice jar to minimize dishes and ease storage.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1cup
Amount Per Serving
Calories 199 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 199kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 32g | 11% |
| Protein | 18g | 36% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.2g | 1% |
| Sodium | 805mg | 34% |
| Potassium | 960mg | 20% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 472IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 136mg | 14% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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