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And overhead shot of ranch dressing mix in a bottle with a spoon and a salad off to the side.
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Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix

This easy Ranch Dressing Mix makes enough for 8 delicious rounds of fresh ranch dressing, and the dry mix itself can be stored away for months! Use it for any recipe that calls for ranch dressing seasoning. It's perfect for making party dip, adding an extra oomph of seasoning to proteins and potatoes, and of course, whipping up a killer dressing to top off your favorite salad!
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiment, Spice Mix
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Ranch Dressing Mix
Servings: 8
Calories: 35kcal
Author: Kelly Anthony

Ingredients

  • ½ cup buttermilk powder (found on baking aisle)
  • 3 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon freeze-dried chives
  • 2 ¼ teaspoons Kosher salt
  • 1 ¼ teaspoon dried dill
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Combine all of the ingredients in a small bowl and stir to combine.
  • Use right away or transfer to a storage container, seal, and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
  • Use 2 tablespoons of this ranch seasoning mix in any recipe that calls for a whole packet of ranch seasoning. If you are using a recipe that calls for a very specific measurement of dry ranch mix, use the indicated measurement within the recipe.

Notes

HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING

  1. Add 1 cup of mayonnaise, a ½ cup of sour cream, a half cup of milk, and two tablespoons of Ranch Dressing Mix to a medium-sized mixing bowl. 
  2. Whisk until the mix is evenly distributed throughout the mayonnaise mixture.
  3. Transferred to the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes to allow the dressing to thicken up a bit.

HOMEMADE RANCH DIP

  1. Combine 2 cups of sour cream and 2 tablespoons of dry Ranch Dressing Mix.
  2. Mix to combine, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to thicken.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 35kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 694mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 40IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 95mg | Iron: 1mg