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Homemade Ranch Dressing

A creamy, tangy, herb-filled ranch dressing made with buttermilk, mayo, sour cream, and classic seasonings. Ready in minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 8 people
Course: Condiment, Dressing, Sauce
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ranch Dressing
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 0.5 cup sour cream
  • 0.5 cup buttermilk more for thinner consistency
  • 1 tsp dried dill
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • 1 tsp dried chives
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp lemon juice optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups

Method
 

  1. Whisk mayonnaise and sour cream in a bowl.
  2. Add buttermilk gradually until dressing reaches desired thickness.
  3. Add herbs, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
  4. Mix until smooth and combined. Chill 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Adjust buttermilk to make the dressing thinner or thicker. Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried.