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Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe

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This homemade ranch dressing is a creamy, flavorful condiment made with fresh herbs and classic ingredients. Perfect for salads, dips, and dressings, it combines mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk with fresh parsley, dill, garlic, and green onion to create a delicious, tangy dressing that’s easy to make and versatile.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes plus chilling time (2 hours or overnight)
  • Yield: 16 servings

Ingredients

Base Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 green onion (finely chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Dash paprika

Instructions

  1. Combine the base ingredients: In a mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise and 1/2 cup sour cream until smooth and fully blended. Gradually whisk in 1/2 cup buttermilk to create a creamy and pourable consistency.
  2. Add herbs and seasonings: Stir in 1/2 cup finely chopped fresh parsley, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 finely chopped green onion, and 1 tablespoon fresh dill. Then add 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and a dash of paprika. Mix well to incorporate all the flavors evenly.
  3. Chill the dressing: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the dressing to a container with a lid. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and intensify. Serve chilled for best taste.

Notes

  • For a thinner consistency, adjust buttermilk quantity to your preference.
  • Make sure to finely chop herbs and green onion for a smooth texture.
  • Refrigerate leftover dressing in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • Use fresh herbs to get the best flavor, but dried can be substituted if needed (reduce quantity accordingly).
  • Great as a salad dressing, veggie dip, or accompaniment to grilled meats and snacks.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dressing
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free