I’m excited to share with you a recipe for one of my all-time favorite salad dressings: buttermilk ranch. This creamy, tangy condiment is perfect for salads, sandwiches, and more, and it’s super easy to make at home.
If you’re a fan of ranch dressing, you’ll love this homemade version. It’s made with simple ingredients like buttermilk, mayonnaise, and a blend of herbs and spices, and it comes together in just a few minutes. Plus, by making it yourself, you can customize the flavor to your liking and skip all the artificial ingredients and preservatives found in store-bought versions.
In this blog post, I’ll walk you through the step-by-step process of making homemade buttermilk ranch salad dressing. Trust me, once you try it, you’ll never go back to the bottled stuff. So let’s get cooking!
Best Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing Recipe
Buttermilk ranch salad dressing is a staple in many American households, and for good reason. It’s creamy, tangy, and packed with flavor, making it the perfect topping for salads, sandwiches, and more. Plus, it’s super easy to make at home.
Ingredients For Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing
To get started, you’ll need a few basic ingredients:
- 1 cup mayonnaise (Do not use Miracle Whip.)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- ½ tbsp dried onion
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp Bon Appetit or Beau Monde (seasoning mix McCormick brand)
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
You can also add other herbs and spices to taste, such as paprika, cumin, or cayenne pepper.
How To Make Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing From Scratch?
First, in a small bowl, mix together the buttermilk and mayonnaise until well combined. You can use a whisk or a fork to do this. The ratio of buttermilk to mayonnaise will depend on your personal preference, but a good starting point is about 1/2 cup of buttermilk for every 1 cup of mayonnaise.
Next, finely chop the garlic, onion, parsley, chives, and dill, and add them to the bowl with the buttermilk and mayonnaise. You can use as much or as little of these herbs as you like, depending on your taste preferences.
Then, add a pinch of black pepper (or any other spices you might be using) and mix everything together until well combined. If the dressing is too thick, you can add a little more buttermilk to thin it out.
And that’s it! Your homemade buttermilk ranch salad dressing is ready to use. You can store it in the fridge in an airtight container for up to a week.
But why stop at just using it as a salad dressing? This creamy condiment is also delicious as a dip for veggies, a spread for sandwiches, or even as a marinade for grilled chicken or shrimp. The possibilities are endless!
So next time you’re craving some creamy, tangy buttermilk ranch dressing, forget about buying the bottled stuff at the store. With just a few simple ingredients, you can whip up your own batch in no time. Trust me, once you try homemade buttermilk ranch dressing, you’ll never go back.
What is the difference between ranch dressing and buttermilk ranch dressing?
Ranch dressing and buttermilk ranch dressing are both creamy, tangy, herb-and-spice-infused salad dressings. The major liquid constituent differs.
Buttermilk ranch dressing uses buttermilk and mayonnaise, while ranch dressing uses mayonnaise and sour cream. Buttermilk ranch dressing has a tangier taste and a thinner consistency.
Each dressing has a different herb and spice blend. Ranch dressing often contains garlic, onion, parsley, chives, and dill, whereas buttermilk ranch dressing may include black pepper, paprika, and cumin.
Ranch dressing and buttermilk ranch dressing differ mostly in flavor and texture due to buttermilk.
What to serve with buttermilk ranch salad dressing?
Buttermilk ranch salad dressing complements many foods. Buttermilk ranch dressing pairings are below.
Buttermilk ranch dressing is a salad staple. It complements lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, poultry, and bacon.
Buttermilk ranch dressing replaces mayonnaise on sandwiches. Try it on turkey and cheese, grilled chicken, or vegetarian wraps.
Grilled zucchini, bell peppers, and broccoli taste great with buttermilk ranch dressing.
Chicken wings are often dipped in buttermilk ranch dressing or spicy sauce. Chips, carrot sticks, celery, and crackers can be dipped in buttermilk ranch dressing. Buttermilk ranch dressing pairs well with many foods, both savory and sweet.
How should i store buttermilk ranch salad dressing?
To keep buttermilk ranch salad dressing fresh and safe, refrigerate it. It should be stored in a lidded jar or resealable plastic container.
Homemade dressing can be refrigerated for a week. Check the expiration date and storage directions on store-bought buttermilk ranch dressing.
To determine the dressing’s fridge age, label the jar with the date it was created or opened. This can let you track the dressing’s freshness and ensure you’re eating it safely.
What does buttermilk ranch taste like?
Ranch dressing uses soured buttermilk. Like spoiled buttermilk or yogurt. Commercial “Ranch” dressing incorporates many artificial flavors.
Easy Buttermilk Ranch Salad Dressing Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise Do not use Miracle Whip.
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- ½ tbsp dried onion
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp garlic salt
- ¼ tsp Bon Appetit or Beau Monde seasoning mix McCormick brand
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the buttermilk and mayonnaise. Use a whisk or fork. Your preferred buttermilk-to-mayonnaise ratio is around 1/2 cup buttermilk to 1 cup mayonnaise.
- Next, add the buttermilk, mayonnaise, and finely chopped garlic, onion, parsley, chives, and dill to the bowl. Your taste determines how much of these herbs to use.
- Add a pinch of black pepper (or other spices) and stir well. Add more buttermilk to thin out heavy dressing.
Finally, the end! You can now whip up a batch of your own homemade buttermilk ranch salad dressing whenever you want.
The components for this dish are likely already in your kitchen’s cupboard and refrigerator. Also, when you make it at home, you can adjust the seasoning to your taste and leave out the artificial additives and preservatives that are in the store-bought versions.
But you shouldn’t restrict yourself to only salads while using this dressing. You may use it as a sandwich spread, marinade for grilled chicken or shrimp, or even as a dip for raw vegetables. The potential is enormous.
I really think you’ll like this dish and will try it out at home. If you do, I’d love to hear how it goes in the replies below. I hope you enjoy your meal!
