Description
A creamy, tangy, and herb-packed homemade buttermilk ranch dressing that’s easy to whip up in just minutes. Perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. This ranch dressing combines fresh herbs and classic seasonings with buttermilk and mayonnaise for a flavorful, versatile condiment.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon dry mustard powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Fresh Herbs
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, minced
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, minced garlic, lemon juice, kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dry mustard powder, and cayenne pepper into a medium bowl. Whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well blended and the dressing is smooth.
- Add Fresh Herbs: Mix in the minced fresh parsley, dill, and chives. Stir until the herbs are evenly distributed throughout the dressing, enhancing the flavor and freshness.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dressing and add additional salt or pepper if desired, tailoring the flavor to your preference.
- Chill (Optional): Refrigerate the dressing for about one hour to allow flavors to meld and deepen. If short on time, it can be served immediately and will still be delicious.
Notes
- Substitute buttermilk with a mixture of milk and lemon juice or vinegar if buttermilk is unavailable.
- For a thicker dressing, increase sour cream or reduce buttermilk slightly.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted with dried herbs, but use sparingly as dried herbs are more concentrated.
- Store dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 5-7 days.
