Make your own creamy, flavor-packed ranch at home. A great staple dressing.
Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
¼ cup mayonnaise (regular or light)
½ cup low-fat buttermilk (see Notes)
1 teaspoon dried parsley
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon each salt and pepper
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and stir until smooth. Cover and chill until ready to serve.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes
- For a thinner dressing, add an extra 2 to 3 Tablespoons of buttermilk.
- No buttermilk? Place 1 Tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar in measuring cup and fill to the 1 cup line with milk. Stir and let set to thicken slightly.
You might also like...
Pico de Gallo
Pico de Gallo
This classic Mexican salsa combines the fresh flavors of veggies, herbs, and tangy citrus for the perfect dip or topper for a variety of dishes.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
2 cups
Kiwi Pineapple Slaw
Kiwi Pineapple Slaw
A sweet and savory salad that is creamy, crunchy and perfect for a summer picnic.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
4 cups
Tuna Salad with Cucumber
Tuna Salad with Cucumber
Bright and crunchy salad that is ready in about 15 minutes.
Prepare:
15 minutes
Makes:
5 cups
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
10 minutes
Makes:
8 wedges
Mushroom Stroganoff
Mushroom Stroganoff
A classic dish combining whole grain noodles and a creamy mushroom sauce.
Prepare:
10 minutes
Cook:
20 minutes
Makes:
6 cups
Stovetop Quinoa
Stovetop Quinoa
This grain-like seed has an earthy and nutty flavor with a fluffy, slightly chewy texture.
Prepare:
5 minutes
Cook:
25 minutes
Makes:
3 cups
Comments
Yumm!! According to the Food Hero nutrition label (love that is here) per 2 tablespoons this has 35 calories less than the ranch dressing in my refrigerator. And may 4 year old didn't notice any difference eating tons of carrots and peppers with it. I may try sour cream next time instead of mayo. Plus you can use any spices.