If ranch dressing had a glow-up, this would be it. Creamy homemade mayo, tangy Greek yogurt, and a delicious ranch seasoning blend come together to create the best 5-minute homemade buttermilk ranch dressing. Thick, creamy, garlicky, herby perfection, your vegetables will thank you!
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If you already love homemade sauces and seasonings, this ranch dressing fits right in. Pair it with crispy sweet potato fries, hot honey chicken salad, homemade chicken wings, wraps, or fresh vegetables for an easy flavor upgrade. You can also use my homemade ranch seasoning mix and homemade avocado oil mayonnaise as the base for this recipe to keep everything fresh, creamy, and made with simple ingredients.
Why You'll Love This
- This recipe gets its incredible, punchy flavor from a quick batch of my DIY buttermilk ranch powder.
- Homemade ranch dressing has the rich, creamy texture you expect from classic buttermilk ranch, but it's made with simple ingredients you can actually recognize.
- Using Greek yogurt adds a tanginess and an extra creamy texture without making it feel too heavy.
- This ranch dressing recipe is the kind of dip that accidentally turns carrots into a snack food.
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Ingredients You'll Need
- Ranch Powder - The key ingredient to my homemade ranch is my homemade ranch powder. It is so much better and fresher than the store-bought packets, but, of course, store-bought can be substituted.
- Greek Yogurt - Can be substituted for sour cream, if preferred.
- Mayonnaise - Any type of mayo can be used, but my quick homemade mayonnaise is the ultimate choice!
- Milk - Milk is used to thin the ranch dressing to your perfect consistency. You can use cream for an ultra-creamy ranch or water, if you don't have milk on hand.
All of the ingredients with exact quantities are on the recipe card below.
Recipe Variations
- Avocado Lime Ranch - Using a food processor or immersion blender, purée 1 ripe avocado with 1 Tablespoon of lime juice. Stir the purée into prepared homemade ranch dressing to transform this into avocado lime ranch dressing!
- Chipotle Ranch - Add chipotle chili power or chopped adobo chipotle peppers.
- Spicy Cajun Ranch - Add 1-2 Tablespoons of homemade Cajun seasoning to the ranch dressing.
If you are looking for some more salad dressing recipes, try my apple cider vinaigrette dressing or my roasted sesame dressing!
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How To Make Homemade Buttermilk Ranch Dressing
Step 1
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the mayonnaise, Greek yogurt and ranch seasoning mix.
Step 2
Stir or whisk until it is smooth and fully combined. Slowly add the milk, stirring as you go until the ranch reaches your desired consistency.
Step 3
Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Allowing the homemade ranch to rest for at least 30 minutes lets the flavors develop.
Expert Tips
- For the creamiest ranch dressing, use full-fat Greek yogurt, homemade mayonnaise and ranch powder made with full-fat buttermilk powder.
- Let the seasoning hydrate by chilling the homemade ranch dressing for 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Use milk to thin the ranch dressing to your desired consistency.
Storing Leftovers
Store homemade buttermilk ranch dressing in an airtight container or jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a quick stir before serving and thin with additional milk if the ranch dressing becomes too thick.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ranch dressing at restaurants is usually made fresh with real dairy, mayo and seasoning blends (just like ours!), compared to the bottled versions which contain preservatives and a million ingredients you can't pronounce.
Of course! All you have to do is adjust the amount of milk you add. Thicker ranches are better for dipping, while thinner ones are better for salads.
Greek yogurt adds protein and tanginess while reducing the heaviness of traditional ranch dressing.
No. Freezing is not recommended because dairy-based dressings can separate and become grainy when thawed.
Whole milk creates the creamiest texture, but 2%, 1% and water also work well.
Ways To use Homemade Ranch Dressing
These are some of my favorite dishes to serve with buttermilk ranch dressing:
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- 1 cup Greek Yogurt
- ⅓ cup Mayonnaise
- 3 Tablespoons Ranch Seasoning
- 2-3 Tablespoons Whole Milk
Instructions
- In a medium bowl or jar, add the Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, and ranch seasoning. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Slowly add the milk, stirring as you go, until the ranch reaches your desired consistency. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
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Notes
- Ranch Seasoning Mix: Use my homemade ranch powder mix or store-bought, if preferred.
- Greek Yogurt: Can be substituted for sour cream.
- Mayonnaise: Any type can be used, but my homemade avocado oil mayo is a superior choice.
- Milk: Whole milk is the creamiest option, but any kind of milk or water can be used to adjust the consistency of this ranch dressing.
- Store leftover ranch in an airtight container or jar in the fridge for up to 5 days, stirring before serving.
- To make avocado lime ranch, add a puréed avocado and lime juice to the ranch dressing.
- For a Chipotle ranch, add some chipotle chili powder or finely diced adobo chipotle peppers.
Nutrition
The nutritional information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition calculator and it will vary based on the ingredients that you use.
Ed says
Amazing dip, works with a lot of recipes.
Jessica says
Yes!
Jessica says
The BEST homemade ranch dressing!