Ranch Dressing Recipe
A ranch dressing recipe is a creamy, homemade sauce made by blending buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream into a smooth base, then mixing in fresh herbs and light seasonings.It has a cool, tangy taste with a gentle herbal freshness from chives, parsley, and dill. Lemon juice adds brightness, while Dijon mustard gives a mild, sharp depth.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or spoon
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring spoons
- Airtight jar or container
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tsp fresh chives finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh dill finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Take a mixing bowl and pour in buttermilk, mayonnaise, and sour cream. Whisk everything together until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add Dijon mustard, lemon juice, onion powder, salt, and black pepper into the bowl. Stir well so all the ingredients blend evenly.
- Put in the fresh chives, parsley, and dill. Gently mix so the herbs are evenly spread throughout the dressing without overmixing.
- Taste the dressing and adjust the flavour if needed. Add a little more salt, lemon juice, or herbs according to your preference.
- Pour the dressing into a clean jar or airtight container, cover it properly, and keep it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving so the flavours develop nicely.
Notes
Note: For a thicker ranch, reduce buttermilk slightly. For a lighter version, add a little more buttermilk or lemon juice. Always chill before serving for best flavour.