Ranch Dip
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Additional Time
30 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
16
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Calories
87 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Ranch Dip
Description
The Ranch Dip combines mayonnaise and sour cream for a rich, creamy foundation flavored with chives, dill, and parsley, which can be fresh or dried depending on availability. The inclusion of onion powder and garlic powder contributes subtle savory depth, balanced with black pepper and a touch of salt. Whisking these ingredients until smooth creates a thick dip that benefits from refrigeration for at least 30 minutes to allow the dried herbs to hydrate and the flavors to meld.
This dip offers a classic taste frequently paired with raw vegetables, chips, or as a condiment on sandwiches. It also serves as a base for ranch dressing by thinning with milk or buttermilk a tablespoon at a time to achieve a pourable consistency. Using buttermilk powder in the dip enhances tanginess and richness.
The flexibility in herb choices and optional thinning liquid allows customization of texture and flavor intensity, making it suitable for a range of uses from snacks to salad dressings.
Storing the dip in a covered container in the refrigerator keeps it fresh for up to a week, making it convenient for preparing in advance.
Ingredients
- ⅔ cup mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon chives or 1 tablespoon fresh, dried
- 1 teaspoon dill or 1 tablespoon fresh, dried
- 1 teaspoon parsley or 1 tablespoon fresh, dried
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon salt more to taste
Instructions
- Add mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, dill, parsley, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, and salt in a medium bowl. Whisk to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Chives can be omitted or replaced with finely minced green onion for a similar flavor.
- Adding 2 tablespoons of buttermilk powder enhances tanginess and richness in the dip.
- To make ranch dressing, thin the dip with buttermilk or milk one tablespoon at a time until desired consistency is reached.
- If using dried herbs, allow the dip to rest refrigerated for at least 30 minutes to rehydrate and blend flavors.
- Store the dip refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 87 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 87 | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 85mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 282IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 24mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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