Ranch Dip
A creamy, tangy, and herb-packed classic American dip perfect for vegetables, chips, or wings. This homemade version is so much better than the store-bought kind and comes together in just 5 minutes.
For 8 servings
4 steps.
- 1
Step 1
- a.In a medium bowl, add the sour cream, mayonnaise, buttermilk, dried parsley, dried chives, dried dill, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Step 2
- a.Whisk all the ingredients together until the mixture is smooth and completely combined.
- 3
Step 3
- a.Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. For best results, chill for 2 hours.
- 4
Give the dip a final stir before serving
- a.Serve chilled with fresh vegetables, potato chips, crackers, or chicken wings.
What to keep in mind.
5 tips from the recipe — small details that make a real difference to the final dish.
- 1For the best flavor, let the dip chill for at least 2 hours or even overnight. The dried herbs need time to rehydrate and release their flavor.
- 2If you prefer a thinner consistency suitable for a salad dressing, add more buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until you reach your desired texture.
- 3You can use fresh herbs instead of dried. A good rule of thumb is to use three times the amount of fresh parsley and chives, and double the amount of fresh dill.
- 4Store leftover ranch dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- 5For a bit of a kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of your favorite hot sauce.
Adapt it for your goals.
Healthy
Replace the mayonnaise with an equal amount of plain Greek yogurt for a higher protein, lower fat version. You can also use low-fat sour cream.
veganVegan
Use vegan sour cream, vegan mayonnaise, and a plant-based milk mixed with a teaspoon of lemon juice as a substitute for buttermilk.
dairy freeDairy free
Use dairy-free sour cream and mayonnaise. For the buttermilk, mix your favorite unsweetened plant-based milk with 1 teaspoon of lemon juice and let it sit for 5 minutes.
kid friendlyKid friendly
This recipe is already very kid-friendly. Serve it with colorful bell pepper strips, carrot sticks, and cucumber slices to make it more appealing.