The Ranch I love doesn’t come from a bottle. It’s the thick, creamy, tangy kind that restaurants serve that makes me want to drink it. This recipe is exactly that but better because it’s easy to make at home.
Easy Ranch Dressing
I started making this homemade Ranch dressing years ago because my kids were dipping and drizzling the store-bought kind on everything, from fries to chicken tenders to veggies. In the summer, when we make BLT and chicken Cobb salads on repeat, my daughter and I take turns making this recipe weekly, so we’re never left without it. Soon, it will become a staple in your fridge too!
Ranch Dressing Ingredients
The simple ingredient list is another reason I prefer making my own. Mayonnaise is the base that makes it creamy, and buttermilk (or regular milk) gives it a tangy taste. Herbs and seasonings include parsley (fresh or dried), dill (fresh or dried), garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
How Do Restaurants Make Ranch Taste So Good
Restaurants make their Ranch like this one, with creamy buttermilk and mayonnaise plus plenty of herbs, all of which make it irresistible.
How to Make Ranch Dressing
- Combine all the ingredients in a jar or medium bowl with a whisk. Watch the quick video in the recipe card to see it happen step by step.
- Use it immediately or refrigerate it for up to a week.
How to Store Homemade Ranch
Store the dressing in a lidded jar, glass dressing bottle, or airtight container, and keep it refrigerated for up to a week. Shake well before using it again.
More Homemade Ranch Recipes
When I want a lighter option with more protein, I make my cottage cheese Ranch dressing or sometimes this Greek yogurt Ranch. All of them disappear fast!
Easy Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe
Watch how it’s made:
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup buttermilk, or whole milk
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, 2 teaspoons dried
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 1 teaspoon dried
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt and pepper
Instructions
Make it
- In a medium bowl or directly inside a jar, combine all the ingredients. Whisk the contents in the bowl or seal tightly and shake to combine. This dressing can be used immediately or chilled until ready to serve.
Store it
- Store this Ranch dressing in a lidded jar, glass bottle, or airtight container, and keep it refrigerated for up to a week. Shake well before using.
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Desiree says
This is my favorite ranch recipe to use. Our family likes paprika and lemon juice added but even without those this recipe is delicious! Thank you!
Jeff Campbell says
Made chicken wings but was out of ranch dressing so found this recipe
It was so easy and everyone loved it
Five stars ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐
Lorraine says
I’m lactose free !! Love it! Depending on the mayo that you use, it could be a little rich. I used lactose free-sour cream instead of buttermilk. ( that tastes most like buttermilk) I’m lactose intolerant so I use lactose free everything.
Good basic recipe add more of what you like.. since I used lactose free sour cream instead of the buttermilk , it was thick so I had to use a little lactose free milk to make it easier to pour.
Dane Diller says
Best ranch, I made this when I was out of store bought, now I will make this every time instead of store bought ones
Jamie says
This homemade ranch is so good!