Ranch Dressing Mix Plus Recipe

Whip up this versatile Ranch Dressing Mix in just 5 minutes! Originally from "Quick Cooking" magazine, this recipe yields 3 cups of a delicious base for classic Ranch, Thousand Island, and refreshing Cucumber dressings. Perfect for dipping, drizzling, or adding a creamy kick to your favorite dishes.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 5 mins
Calories 795 kcal
Protein 32g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Ranch Dressing Mix Plus

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How to Make Ranch Dressing Mix Plus

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup dried parsley flakes, 1/2 cup dried chives, 1/4 cup garlic powder, 1/4 cup onion powder, 2 tablespoons dried dill, 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, and 1/2 cup powdered buttermilk powder.
  2. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
  3. Transfer the mix to an airtight container. Store in a cool, dry place for up to 3 months.
  4. **To make Ranch Salad Dressing:** In a medium bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the Ranch Mix, 1/2 cup mayonnaise, and 1/4 cup buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  5. **To make Thousand Island Dressing:** Add 2 tablespoons of chili sauce and 1 tablespoon of chopped pickle relish to 1 cup of prepared Ranch Salad Dressing. Mix well.
  6. **To make Cucumber Dressing:** Add 1/2 cup finely diced cucumber and 1/2 teaspoon celery seed to 1 cup of prepared Ranch Salad Dressing. Mix gently.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

59 g

Sugar

95g

Fat

34g

Carbs

32g