Description
This Homemade Buttermilk Ranch dressing is creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh herbs. Perfect for drizzling on salads, dipping with veggies, or spreading on sandwiches — it’s the ultimate kitchen staple made from scratch.
Ingredients
- Buttermilk: 1 cup – adds tangy flavor and smooth texture.
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup – provides creaminess and body.
- Sour cream: 1/4 cup – balances tang with richness.
- Fresh parsley: 2 tablespoons, finely chopped – brings bright freshness.
- Fresh dill: 1 tablespoon, chopped – gives that signature ranch aroma.
- Chives: 1 tablespoon, chopped – adds mild onion flavor.
- Garlic powder: 1/2 teaspoon – enhances savory depth.
- Onion powder: 1/2 teaspoon – complements the creamy base.
- Salt: 1/4 teaspoon – balances all flavors.
- Black pepper: 1/4 teaspoon, freshly ground – adds gentle spice.
- Lemon juice: 1 teaspoon – adds a touch of brightness.
Instructions
- Preheat Your Equipment: Ensure your mixing bowl is clean and dry.
- Combine Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.
- Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Use a sturdy bowl or jar suitable for whisking and storage.
- Assemble the Dish: Stir in parsley, dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Cook to Perfection: Continue whisking until creamy and well-blended.
- Finishing Touches: Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- Serve and Enjoy: Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Note: Chill before serving for deeper flavor.
- Use fresh herbs for the best taste.
- If too tangy, add a pinch of sugar to balance it out.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg