Homemade Ranch Dressing

Skip the store-bought bottle and make your own creamy, tangy, and flavorful ranch dressing at home! Perfect for dipping wings, drizzling over salads, or serving with fresh veggies.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably full-fat for best flavor)

• 1/4 cup sour cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)

• 1/4 cup buttermilk (adjust for desired consistency)

• 1/4 tsp garlic powder

• 1/4 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp dried dill or 1 1/2 tsps fresh dill

• 1/2 tsp dried chives (or fresh, finely chopped)

• 1/4 tsp Kosher or sea salt (or to taste)

• 1/4 tsp black pepper or white pepper

Instructions

1️⃣ In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
2️⃣ Add garlic powder, onion powder, dill, parsley, chives, salt, and pepper.
3️⃣ Whisk well until all ingredients are combined.
4️⃣ Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
5️⃣ Serve chilled and enjoy!

Tips & Variations

✔️ Make it thicker – Use less buttermilk for a thicker dip consistency.
✔️ Make it thinner – Add more buttermilk to make it more pourable for salads.
✔️ Spicy Ranch – Mix in a few dashes of hot sauce or 1/8 tsp of cayenne pepper.
✔️ Avocado Ranch – Blend in ½ ripe avocado for a creamy twist. ✔️ No buttermilk in the refrigerator? Add 1/2 tsp of white vinegar to 1/4 cup of milk. Let sit for 10 minutes then add to bowl with mayonnaise and sour cream.

How to Use Ranch Dressing

Drizzle over salads
Dip for wings, chicken tenders, or fries
Serve with fresh veggies
Use as a sauce for tacos or burgers

Homemade ranch dressing is fresher, tastier, and preservative-free—you’ll never go back to store-bought!