Creamy Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe
This homemade ranch dressing is creamy, tangy, and made with simple ingredients. It comes together in minutes and tastes fresh, smooth, and restaurant-style—perfect for salads, dipping, and everyday meals.
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup buttermilk
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon dried chives
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Add the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk to a medium bowl.
- Whisk until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, dill, chives, salt, and pepper.
- Whisk again until the dressing is creamy and evenly mixed.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Use immediately or refrigerate to let the flavors come together.
Notes
Notes
- For a thicker ranch, reduce the buttermilk slightly.
- For a thinner consistency, add buttermilk one tablespoon at a time.
- The flavor improves after chilling for 30 minutes.
- Stir before serving if chilled.