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A bowl of homemade ranch dressing, creamy and fresh, ready for dipping

Best way to grow Ranch Dressing (Homemade)

This homemade ranch dressing is incredibly easy to make and far more flavorful than store-bought versions. It's perfect for salads, dipping, or as a condiment.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ranch Dressing
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.25 cup milk or buttermilk for a tangier flavor
  • 2 tbsp fresh chives minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill minced
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.25 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and milk (or buttermilk). Whisk until smooth.
  2. Stir in the minced chives, parsley, and dill, along with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Taste the dressing and adjust seasonings as needed.
  4. For the best flavor, cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving, allowing the flavors to meld.

Notes

This dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. For a thicker dressing, use less milk; for a thinner dressing, add more milk until desired consistency is reached.