Indulge in the classic tang and herbaceous notes of this creamy ranch dressing, perfect for drizzling on your favorite salads or serving as a dip. This homemade version brings a fresh and zesty twist to a beloved condiment.
5 minutes
Indulge in the classic tang and herbaceous notes of this creamy ranch dressing, perfect for drizzling on your favorite salads or serving as a dip. This homemade version brings a fresh and zesty twist to a beloved condiment.
cups
tablespoons
Lemon Juice, freshly squeezed
each
Chives, minced
tablespoons
teaspoons
Garlic, microplaned
cloves
to taste
1. Make Dressing
In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, chives, soy sauce, garlic, lemon juice and black pepper until the mixture is smooth and creamy. The acidity not only adds flavor but also helps to slightly thin the mayonnaise for a desirable dressing consistency.
Incorporate grated Parmesan cheese and a few anchovy fillets into the base recipe. The umami from these ingredients can turn your ranch into a Caesar-like dressing, perfect for a romaine lettuce salad or as a spread for sandwiches.
Swap out some of the mayonnaise with ripe avocado for a richer, healthier variant. The avocado adds creaminess and a subtle nutty flavor that pairs well with southwestern-style salads or as a dip for veggies.
Crumble blue cheese into the base recipe, which adds a punchy, tangy flavor that is perfect for a wedge salad or as a companion to buffalo wings.
Add pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce to the core recipe for a smoky and spicy twist. This variant works great as a dressing for tacos, fajitas, or as a dipping sauce for fried foods.
. Chipotle Ranch
Opt for fresh dill, parsley, and chives to give your ranch dressing a bright and vibrant flavor profile.
Adjust the thickness of your ranch dressing with buttermilk for a thinner consistency or more mayo and sour cream for a thicker one suitable for dipping.
Achieve a perfect balance of tangy, herby, and slightly sweet flavors by adjusting seasonings to your preference.
Allow the dressing to chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together and deepen.
Choose a high-quality, full-fat mayonnaise as the base of your ranch for the best taste and texture.
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