Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe

Never buy ranch again! This super easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to whip up a batch of creamy, delicious homemade ranch dressing. Perfect for dipping veggies, salads, or as a flavorful topping for your favorite dishes. This recipe makes approximately 24 ounces, enough to keep you stocked for weeks! Store in a large airtight jar or bottle.

Prep Time 5 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 43 kcal

Protein 0g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Homemade Ranch Dressing

1 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup buttermilk
Dried Parsley
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher Salt
Pepper
Dill

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How to Make Homemade Ranch Dressing

In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, buttermilk, and sour cream until smooth.
In a small bowl, combine the dried dill, parsley, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Gradually whisk the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until fully incorporated.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Add more dill, garlic powder, or salt to your preference.
Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. The flavor will improve even more if you let it sit overnight!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Homemade Ranch Dressing?

Homemade Ranch Dressing takes about 10 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 5 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Homemade Ranch Dressing?

Homemade Ranch Dressing has approximately 43 calories per serving, with about 0 g protein, 0 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Homemade Ranch Dressing?

The key ingredients for Homemade Ranch Dressing are Mayonnaise, Buttermilk, Dried Parsley, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Kosher Salt. See the full list with measurements above.