DIY Ranch Seasoning

This Copycat Ranch Seasoning mix is a homemade version of the famous ranch packet! This homemade version of ranch seasoning is made without the added MSG or preservatives and can be used just as you would a store bought pack. 

I don’t know about your family, but my family LOVES ranch dressing. My kids would dip  fruit or their sandwiches into it if I let them. The problem with that comes along IF I where to be buying ranch dressing from the store.

Stop and take a look at those ingredients–MSG, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar, etc…..gross, right?!

There is no reason to give up your ranch dressing. There is every reason to make your own right at home.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning

This recipe for homemade ranch seasoning gives you exactly what you would find in one of those Hidden Valley Ranch Packets. Only without all the nasty additives.

So now you can tell your kids to dip away!

Ingredients in Ranch Seasoning

• Parsley
• Onion Powder
• Basil
• Dill
• Pepper
• Garlic Powder
• Salt

*When making homemade ranch seasoning be sure to use spices less than 6 months old for optimum flavor. 

How to Make Ranch Packets

• Mix dried spices together.
• Store in airtight container for up to 3 months.
• This recipe makes the equivalent of 1 ranch seasoning packet.
  • Can easily double or triple to keep on hand to use at all times.

How to Use Ranch Seasoning

• Use in any recipe that calls for ranch seasoning packet.
• To make Ranch Salad Dressing
• For  Ranch Dip
  • Mix 1 recipe seasoning with 1/4 cup sour cream with  3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (or mayonnaise).

Serve Ranch Dressing with:

• Instant Pot Wings
• Buffalo Chicken Tacos
• Buffalo Chicken Salad 
• Cheesy Buffalo Chicken and Potato Bake

Ranch Seasoning Recipe

Homemade Ranch Seasoning

An easy mixture of pantry staples that tastes just like a store bought pack of ranch dressing.

4.2 from 5 votes

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Course: Condiment

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1 packet

Calories: 85kcal

Author: Kristen Chidsey

Ingredients

• ¼ cup dried parsley
• 1 Tbsp dried dill
• 1 Tbsp garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp onion powder
• ½ tsp dried basil
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp pepper

Instructions

• Combine all ingredients and store in airtight container. If you prefer the texture to be finer, pulse the spices in a mini food processor.

For Ranch Dip

• Use 2 tablespoons Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix as a substitute for a 1-ounce store-bought packet in recipes calling for dry ranch seasoning.
• To make a batch of Homemade Ranch Dressing, whisk together 1/4 cup yogurt, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1/4 cup buttermilk, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (or white vinegar), and 1 1/2 tablespoons ranch seasoning. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours before using.

Nutrition Facts

Homemade Ranch Seasoning

Amount Per Serving

Calories 85

% Daily Value*

Sodium 2371mg103%

Potassium 453mg13%

Carbohydrates 18g6%

Fiber 4g17%

Sugar 1g1%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 300IU6%

Vitamin C 11mg13%

Calcium 153mg15%

Iron 4mg22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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