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Forget buying bottles of ranch at the store when making it at home is so easy. This Homemade Ranch Dressing is quick to make and delicious on everything.

Ranch dressing being poured over the top of a cobb salad

If you happened to catch my last post for Homemade Ranch Seasoning, you might be wondering what to do with that seasoning.

And trust me, you’re not alone as I have already received numerous comments asking how to make Homemade Ranch Dressing with the Homemade Ranch Seasoning.

You knew I wasn’t going to leave you hanging, so today I’m sharing a seriously delicious recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing that you’ll make over and over again!

ingredients for homemade ranch dressing arranged on a gray countertop

THE EASIEST HOMEMADE RANCH RECIPE

Everyone jokes about Americans, especially us Midwesterners, really loving ranch. Not all stereotypes are true but honestly, that one kind of is.

I get it, not everyone loves ranch dressing. But I think the bottled stuff just doesn’t always paint ranch in the best light.

Homemade ranch dressing in a glass measuring cup on a gray countertop

Remember how I’ll only eat homemade blue cheese dressing? I’m not as extreme with ranch, but I do really prefer homemade ranch to store bought. I just don’t always have all of the fresh herbs on hand to make it. 

Thankfully, I’ve been keeping a batch of my Homemade Ranch Seasoning on hand so I can whip up Homemade Ranch Dressing or ranch dip any time I like. 

Since the dressing uses ranch seasoning mix, I don’t have to keep a bunch of fresh herbs around. Just a couple of tablespoons of the mix and a handful of other staple ingredients and we’re on our way to a great, easy dressing.

Jar and glass pitcher of homemade ranch dressing on a gray countertop next to a bowl of salad

HOW TO MAKE THIS RANCH DRESSING

In addition to the homemade ranch seasoning, you will need:

  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons homemade ranch seasoning mix
  • Juice of ½ a lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Couple dashes of hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)
Spoon lifting a spoonful of ranch dressing out of a jar of dressing

Even though the ranch seasoning has dried chives in it, I like to add a few fresh chives when I have them on hand. The dressing is still great without them, but even better with them.

I also like to add a couple dashes of my favorite hot sauce to my dressing, but that’s totally up to you. 

To make the dressing, just whisk together all of the ingredients. Refrigerate the dressing for at least 2-3 hours before serving so the dried herbs and spices can really do their thing.

Before serving, give the dressing a taste and adjust seasoning to taste.

Overhead view of a cobb salad topped with ranch dressing on a gray countertop

HOW LONG DOES HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING LAST?

Store your Homemade Ranch Dressing in an airtight container. I prefer to use a glass jar or bottle, but plastic is fine, too.

The dressing will keep in the refrigerator for about a week. 

Of course you can use this dressing on a salad, but you can also use it on Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza, in Bacon Ranch Potato Salad, and in Amish Pea Salad. It also makes a great dip for Jo Jo Potatoes or anything else your heart desires. 

Jar of homemade ranch dressing next to a bowl of salad
Spoon lifting a spoonful of ranch dressing out of a jar of dressing

Homemade Ranch Dressing

Yield: About 1 1/2 cup dressing
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes

Forget buying bottles of ranch at the store when making it at home is so easy. This Homemade Ranch Dressing is quick to make and delicious on everything.

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup buttermilk
  • ¾ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons homemade ranch seasoning
  • Juice of ½ a lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Couple dashes of hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives (optional)

Instructions

  1. Mix all of the ingredients together. Cover and refrigerate for 2-3 hours before serving.

Notes

If you don’t have buttermilk on hand, you can use whole milk in its place.

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Nutrition Information
Yield 12 Serving Size 2 tablespoons
Amount Per Serving Calories 67Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 2gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 2gCholesterol 10mgSodium 244mgCarbohydrates 5gFiber 0gSugar 4gProtein 1g

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Rea Rae

Monday 19th of June 2023

It seems so redundant to have to add so many extra ingredients to make the salad dressing. One might as well make the salad dressing all at one time. Besides, is this just a salad dressing mix with all those chunky dried herbs? I was looking for a seasoning powder i could sprinkle on meats, veges, pop corn and such. This seems to 'weedy' for that.

Jamie

Tuesday 20th of June 2023

You can find the ranch seasoning recipe here: https://www.mybakingaddiction.com/homemade-ranch-seasoning/ You can always give it a pulse in a food processor or spice grinder after mixing to break down the dried herbs if you like. -Jamie

Megan

Tuesday 14th of March 2023

I made the ranch seasoning and had to try the ranch dressing to go along with it. Absolutely didn’t disappoint. Very delicious and will not be buying ranch at the store in the future.

Jamie

Wednesday 15th of March 2023

So glad you loved the seasoning and the dressing! Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your feedback. Happy baking! Jamie

Sherry Gaden

Saturday 26th of June 2021

If I wanted to make it fat free any suggestions?

Jamie

Sunday 27th of June 2021

Hi Sherry- You can use use fat free or low fat ingredients instead of full fat, it will just alter the taste a bit. -Jamie

Linda Berglund

Friday 25th of June 2021

Is there a particular brand of Ranch Season packets that you like best?

Jamie

Friday 25th of June 2021

Hi Linda- If I am using a packet, I typically use Hidden Valley brand. I love their Creamy Dill flavor option, but I really prefer this Homemade Ranch Seasoning here on my blog: https://www.mybakingaddiction.com/homemade-ranch-seasoning/ Thanks so much for stopping by! -Jamie

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