• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
A Mind "Full" Mom
  • Recipe Index
    • Breakfast Recipes
    • Main Courses
      • 30-Minute Meals
      • Easy Pork Recipes
      • Beef Recipes
      • Soup, Stew, and Chili Recipes
      • Sandwiches, Burgers, and Wraps
      • Vegetarian Recipes
    • Slow Cooker Recipes
    • Instant Pot
    • Appetizers
    • Beverage Recipes
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Allergy Friendly Recipes
      • Dairy Free
      • Gluten Free
      • Paleo
      • Vegan
      • Low Carb
    • Pasta
    • Snacks
    • Side Dishes
    • Desserts
  • Instant Pot
    • Start Here: Instant Pot 101
    • All Instant Pot Recipes
    • Healthy Instant Pot Recipes
    • Sign Up for Instant Pot Tips and Recipes
  • About Me
    • Contact
    • Work With Me
    • Cystic Fibrosis
  • Free Instant Pot Secrets
  • Free Meal Plans
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Instant Pot
  • About Me
  • Free Instant Pot Secrets
  • Free Meal Plans
  • Subscribe to Newsletters
  • Recipes
    • Email
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
  • ×

    Home » Real Food » DIY/Condiments/Sauces » Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing

    Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing

    By Kristen Chidsey | 10 Comments | Published January 14, 2022 | Updated January 14, 2022 *This post may include amazon links. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Pin
    Share
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    This recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing comes together in minutes to create a dressing that is tangy, creamy, and perfectly spiced. From dipping veggies to salads, to spicy dishes, you need this ranch dressing recipe in your life! 

    Leave the store-bought ranch dressing on the shelves and make your own homemade ranch dressing in a matter of minutes! This recipe for Ranch Dressing is tangy, creamy, perfectly spiced, and absolutely delicious.

    Homemade Ranch Dressing is the obvious choice for dressing salads, dipping veggies, and serving with Air Fryer Chicken Wings or Baked Fries.

    Jar of Homemade Ranch Dressing with tossed salad in background.

    Why Homemade Ranch Dressing is Best

    If your family is like mine, you may be a bit obsessed with ranch dressing.

    It is creamy, tangy, and is my go-to dressing for salads and for dipping.

    However, store-bought Ranch Dressing is often filled with preservatives, sugar, and MSG. Which, when you use ranch dressing as much as my family--that's not such a good thing!

    Thankfully, it only takes minutes to make homemade ranch dressing that not only can you feel better about serving to your family, but also, in my opinion, tastes much better than bottled ranch dressing.

    Notes on Ingredients

    Ingredients for Ranch Dressing labeled on counter.
    • Greek yogurt (or Mayonnaise): You can use plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise for this recipe. I personally tend to opt for yogurt in place of the 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.
    • Sour Cream: Use regular or reduced-fat sour cream, NOT fat-free as the flavor will not be the same.
    • Dried Spices: I use the same dried spices that I use to prepare Dried Ranch Seasoning.
    • Milk/Buttermilk: Ranch dressing is traditionally made with buttermilk, but because this recipe calls for fresh lemon juice as well, you can omit the buttermilk and use regular milk if that is what you have on hand.
    • Lemon Juice: Be sure to use the juice of FRESH lemons, not jarred lemon juice, as the flavor is not the same.

    How To Make Homemade Ranch Dressing

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, yogurt or mayo, with the seasonings until well combined.
    • Slowly wisk in the milk and lemon juice and whisk until well combined.
    • Place the dressing in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using, as this allows the flavors to really develop.
    Glass Jar with homemade ranch dressing next to salad.

    Storage

    Homemade Ranch Dressing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Be sure to shake well before each use.

    Serving Suggestions

    At my house, we use ranch from everything to dressing salads to dipping to topping pizza and casseroles. Be inspired by the suggestions below.

    • Use to top a simple tossed salad or pair with Buffalo Chicken Salad for a delicious entree.
    • Tame down the spiciness of Buffalo Chicken Bake with a drizzle of this homemade ranch dressing.
    • Serve Instant Pot Chicken Wings, Air Fryer Chicken Wings, or Boneless Chicken Wings with a side of ranch dressing in place of bleu cheese dressing.
    • Add a drizzle of ranch dressing to a baked Buffalo Chicken Pizza.
    • Instead of ketchup, serve ranch dressing with Homemade Oven Fries or Air Fryer Potatoes.
    • Make your kids happy and serve Homemade Fish Sticks or Homemade Chicken Tenders with a side of ranch and watch them dip away!

    More Homemade Salad Dressing Recipes

    • Raspberry Vinaigrette
    • Balsamic Vinaigrette
    • Poppy Seed Dressing

    If you tried this recipe for homemade ranch dressing, I would love for you to leave a review and comment below.

    Jar of homemade ranch dressing next to dill

    Homemade Ranch Dressing

    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!
    5 from 7 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Condiment
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Refrigerate: 30 minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes
    Servings: 16
    Calories: 11kcal
    Author: Kristen Chidsey

    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt or mayonnaise
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
    • ½ teaspoon dried parsley
    • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
    • ⅛ teaspoon basil
    • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
    • pinch finely cracked pepper
    • ¼ cup buttermilk or regular milk
    • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice about 1 fresh lemon
    Prevents your screen from going dark while preparing the recipe.

    Instructions

    • In a medium bowl, whisk together the sour cream, yogurt/mayonnaise with the dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, basil, and salt and pepper until well combined.
    • Slowly whisk in the buttermilk/milk and lemon juice until well incorporated.
    • Place the dressing in an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before using, to allow the flavors time to develop.
    • After 30 minutes serve as desired or store in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.

    Notes

    In place of the dried spices, feel free to use 2 teaspoons of dried  Ranch Seasoning. 
    Buttermilk/Milk: Use any fat percentage of milk or buttermilk. 
    Yogurt: Using yogurt in place of mayonnaise will lower the fat of the dressing and make it egg-free. Be sure to use PLAIN Greek yogurt, not flavored yogurt or regular plain yogurt. 
    Sour Cream: Use regular or reduced-fat, not fat-free sour cream for best results. 
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 42mg | Potassium: 15mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
    Liked this Recipe? Tag me Today!Snap a picture and tag #amindfullmom on Instagram - I would love to see!
    Pin
    Share
    « Homemade Ranch Seasoning
    Instant Pot Rice Pilaf »

    About Kristen Chidsey

    Hi, I am Kristen, creator of A Mind "Full" Mom. I believe that making a wholesome family meal does not need to be hard or expensive! I love nothing more than to share with you delicious solutions for your hungry family.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. HisFave

      March 31, 2022 at 7:39 pm

      5 stars
      I love this recipe! I HATED cauliflower until I tried it with this recipe. Now I’m planning on making this weekly!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 01, 2022 at 6:47 am

        I love hearing this Ranch Dressing made you enjoy cauliflower 🙂

        Reply
    2. Katie

      January 24, 2022 at 8:28 pm

      5 stars
      I'm obsessed with homemade ranch dressing! It's so flavorful and delicious every time.

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        January 25, 2022 at 6:37 am

        Thanks for sharing you enjoyed Katie!

        Reply
    3. Nellie Tracy

      January 24, 2022 at 3:57 pm

      5 stars
      Great recipe! Will be keeping on hand!

      Reply
    4. Claudia Marie

      June 21, 2020 at 12:10 am

      5 stars
      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.

      Reply
    5. Liz

      April 15, 2019 at 8:07 am

      5 stars
      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!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 15, 2019 at 9:20 am

        Oh I love hearing that your husband enjoyed!

        Reply
    6. Sarah Walker Caron

      April 15, 2019 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      What a great idea to use Greek yogurt instead of mayo!

      Reply
      • Kristen Chidsey

        April 15, 2019 at 9:30 am

        Thanks Sarah!

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Meet A Mind "Full" Mom

    welcomeHi! I'm Kristen. I want to welcome you into my kitchen and my REAL, imperfect life. Let me share with you tips and tricks to help you make healthy eating a reality for your family in the chaos of life and on the constraints of a budget. Read more

    Instant Pot Favorites

    jar of plain yogurt next to instant pot

    Instant Pot Yogurt

    Perfect Hard Boiled Eggs Sliced Open on cutting board

    Instant Pot Hard Boiled Eggs

    Shredded Pot Roast with carrots and Potatoes in white bowl next to Instant Pot.

    Instant Pot Pot Roast

    Whole Chicken on cutting board

    Instant Pot Rotisserie Chicken

    Bowl of Cold Start Yogurt

    Instant Pot Cold Start Yogurt

    Inner pot of instant pot filled dried beans

    Instant Pot Beans

    4 chicken breasts cooked inside instant pot.

    Instant Pot Chicken Breast (Fresh or Frozen)

    How to use the instant pot as a slow cooker

    How to Use Your Instant Pot as a Slow Cooker

    Reader Favorites

    Bowl of Baked Meatballs.

    The Best Baked Meatballs

    slice of egg cheese overnight breakfast casserole with sausage

    Hashbrown Breakfast Casserole

    Creamy and Cheesy Chicken and Rice in yellow casserole dish

    Creamy and Cheesy Chicken and Rice

    Baked Potato on White Plate

    Instant Pot Baked Potatoes

    Chili seasonings labled on wooden board

    DIY Chili Seasoning

    Plate of chicken and bok choy stir fry topped with cilantro.

    Stir-Fried Chicken and Bok Choy

    Platter of Instant Pot Wings next to ranch dressing

    Instant Pot Chicken Wings

    Bowl of slow cooker oatmeal topped with maple syrup and nuts

    Slow Cooker Maple Brown Sugar Oatmeal

    Taco Meat in skillet with wooden spoon

    The Best Taco Meat Recipe

    Homemade Chicken Tenders on platter.

    Homemade Chicken Tenders

    FEATURED ON

    featured

    Footer

    Featured on:

    Websites AMind"Full"Mom has been featured on

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Work with me

    DISCLAIMER: THE SITE DOES NOT PROVIDE MEDICAL ADVICE AND IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. IT IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A SUBSTITUTE FOR PROFESSIONAL MEDICAL ADVICE OR TREATMENT. AFFILIATE LINKS TO PRODUCTS I GENUINELY LOVE ARE OFTEN INCORPORATED IN MY POSTS. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT.

    Copyright © 2020 · A MIND "FULL" MOM