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5 from 2 votes

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Recipe

This creamy buttermilk ranch dressing tastes way better than the packet mix version!  This recipe is super quick to make; just mix together mayo, sour cream, lemon, garlic, spices, and buttermilk.  You won’t want to go back to store bought dressing again!
Prep Time15 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 1 cup
Calories: 129kcal

Ingredients
 

  • ¾ cup Duke's mayo
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 tablespoons buttermilk

Instructions

  • Measure the mayo, sour cream, lemon juice, garlic, and spices into a medium bowl and whisk until smooth.
  • Taste and adjust the amount of lemon, garlic, and seasonings to your personal taste.
  • Thin the dressing with the buttermilk until it is your preferred consistency.
  • Eat immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Fresh garlic and lemon juice is the secret to a great-tasting ranch.
  • Substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream.
  • Adjust seasonings to taste.
  • Add the buttermilk at the end.  This is just to thin out the dressing and add extra tang.
  • No buttermilk?  Use the separated liquid in the sour cream carton, whole milk, or heavy cream instead, along with an extra dash of lemon juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 2Tablespoons | Calories: 129kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 7g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 83IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg
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