Homemade Ranch Dressing is so incredibly easy to make! From dipping veggies, to salads, to spicy dishes, you need this ranch dressing recipe in your life!
It is so easy to make homemade dressing! Along with this recipe for ranch dressing, check out Raspberry Vinaigrette, Balsamic Vinaigrette, or Poppy Seed Dressing.
Are you obsessed with ranch?
My husband and my kids use ranch dressing on EVERYTHING–from veggies, to salads, to wings, to even baked potatoes.
Thankfully, I can easily whip up homemade ranch dressing that is not full of preservatives, MSG, or high in sodium–so they can pour away and enjoy their ranch dressing as often as their hearts desire.
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Making ranch dressing at home is not at all hard–especially when you start with a homemade ranch seasoning. The flavors of this homemade ranch are fresh and bright, but definitely mimic the beloved bottled dressing.
Ingredients
- Greek yogurt or mayonnaise: I use Greek yogurt in place of mayonnaise for a homemade ranch that is lower in fat, egg free, and has a bit of protein. Plus I find the tang of Greek yogurt pairs nicely with the ranch flavoring, while the mayonnaise can overtake the flavor. But free free to use mayonnaise if you have it!
- Sour Cream
- Dried Spices–parsley, garlic powder, dill weed, onion powder, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Lemon Juice
- Milk: Ranch dressing is traditionally made with buttermilk, but because I add fresh lemon juice to this salad dressing, there is no need to use buttermilk unless you have it on hand.
How To Make Homemade Ranch Dressing
- Whisk together milk, sour cream, yogurt and lemon juice together until well combined.
- Add in spices and whisk again.
- Place dressing in a air tight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
*If using Ranch Seasoning mix, add 2 teaspoons of the spice mixture to the milk mixture.
How to Store Ranch Dressing
- Homemade ranch will keep in air tight glass container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- Be sure to shake well before each use.
How to Serve Ranch Dressing
While salads are fabulous for ranch dressing, there are so many other uses and recipes Ranch Dressing pairs perfectly with.
- Buffalo Chicken Bake
- Instant Pot Chicken Wings
- Buffalo Chicken Salad
- Buffalo Chicken Pizza
- Buffalo Crispy Smashed Potatoes
- Raw Veggies
Homemade Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill weed
- 1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/8 teaspoon basil
- 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
- pinch finely cracked pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together milk, sour cream, yogurt and lemon juice together until well combined.
- Add in spices and whisk again.
- Place dressing in a air tight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using.
Notes
- Homemade ranch salad dressing will keep in air tight glass container in refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- If you don't have fresh lemon juice, use apple cider or white distilled vinegar in it's place.
- Feel free to use mayonnaise in place of Greek yogurt if desired.
- I recommend starting the process of making ranch by making ranch seasoning--use 2 teaspoons of ranch seasoning in place of dried spices and salt and pepper.
You absolutely nailed Ranch seasoning with this recipe! I’ve been trying for years to find a recipe with which I could make Ranch dip, so I could have that wonderful taste sans the migraine-causing (for me) MSG. And I found it. I mixed the seasonings (followed recipe to a T) with a tub of sour cream and … wow. Delicious with potato chips. Now anxious to try it in salad dressing.
This is my husband’s favorite salad dressing, but I’ve been lazy and have just buying a bottle at the grocery store. Your recipe was just what I needed. Perfect—so easy and Bill loved it!
Oh I love hearing that your husband enjoyed!
What a great idea to use Greek yogurt instead of mayo!
Thanks Sarah!