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Creamy Ranch Dressing

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This Creamy Ranch Dressing is a quick and easy homemade alternative to store-bought ranch. With mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, lemon juice, and pantry spices, it comes together in just 5 minutes and is perfect as a salad dressing, dip, or sandwich spread.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 16 servings (about 1 pint)

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup mayonnaise
  • ¾ cup milk
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried chives
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill weed
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, milk, and sour cream until smooth.
  2. Add lemon juice, parsley, chives, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk until fully incorporated and creamy.
  3. Adjust thickness by adding more milk for a thinner dressing, or reduce milk for a thicker consistency.
  4. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to use. Flavors will intensify as it chills.

Notes

  • Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for extra protein.
  • For a spicy twist, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce.
  • Fresh herbs may be substituted—double the quantity for best flavor.
  • To make vegan, substitute with plant-based mayo, milk, and sour cream.
  • Stir before each use, especially if refrigerated for a few days.
  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Condiment
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
  • Calories: 116
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 180mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 2g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg