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Saltgrass ranch dressing recipe

Saltgrass ranch dressing recipe

This creamy homemade ranch captures the rich flavor of restaurant-style dressing. Made with simple pantry ingredients, it’s thick, herby, and perfect for dipping or drizzling.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dressing / Dip
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Creates the creamy base
  • ½ cup Sour cream Adds tang and thickness
  • ⅓ cup Buttermilk Loosens the dressing
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder Classic ranch flavor
  • 1 tsp Onion powder Adds savory depth
  • 1 tsp Dried dill Signature herb taste
  • 1 tsp Dried parsley Fresh herb note
  • ½ tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • ¼ tsp Black pepper Adds subtle spice
  • 1 tsp Lemon juice Brightens the flavor

Equipment

  • Medium mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring spoons
  • Airtight jar or container
  • Small spatula

Method
 

Step 1 – Start With the Creamy Base
  1. In a medium bowl, combine:
  2. mayonnaise
  3. sour cream
  4. buttermilk
  5. Whisk until completely smooth.
  6. The mixture should look thick but pourable — similar to pancake batter.
Step 2 – Add the Ranch Flavor
  1. Sprinkle in:
  2. garlic powder
  3. onion powder
  4. dried dill
  5. dried parsley
  6. salt and pepper
  7. Whisk again until the herbs distribute evenly.
  8. You’ll immediately start smelling that classic ranch aroma.
Step 3 – Brighten With Lemon
  1. Add a teaspoon of lemon juice.
  2. This step may seem small, but it lifts the entire dressing and prevents it from tasting too heavy.
Step 4 – Chill for Flavor Development
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. This resting time lets the herbs soften and blend into the creamy base.
  3. I once skipped this step during testing and the ranch tasted sharp and unfinished. After chilling, it was dramatically better.

Notes

Serve chilled with wings, vegetables, fries, or fresh salads.