Description
Joanna Gaines’ buttermilk ranch dressing brings creamy, herbal goodness to salads and dips. Ranch lovers will savor this simple, fresh homemade version that elevates meals with classic Southern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) dried parsley
- 1 tsp (5 g) garlic powder
- 1 tsp (5 g) salt
- ½ tsp (2.5 g) onion powder
- ¼ tsp (1.25 g) dried dill weed
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Mixing Base: Vigorously whisk mayonnaise and buttermilk in a medium mixing bowl until achieving a smooth, lump-free emulsion with a consistent creamy texture.
- Seasoning Blend: Sprinkle dried parsley, garlic powder, kosher salt, onion powder, dried dill weed, and freshly ground black pepper into the creamy mixture, stirring methodically to ensure even distribution of herbs and spices.
- Flavor Melding: Continue whisking with circular motions to thoroughly integrate all ingredients, creating a harmonious and well-balanced ranch dressing with a uniform flavor profile.
- Chilling and Infusing: Transfer the prepared dressing to a sealed container or glass jar, refrigerate for 20-25 minutes to allow herbs and spices to meld and intensify their aromatic qualities.
- Final Preparation: Stir the chilled dressing, taste and adjust seasonings if necessary, then serve as a versatile accompaniment for salads, vegetable platters, or as a zesty dipping sauce.
Notes
- Whisk Thoroughly: Vigorously blend mayonnaise and buttermilk to eliminate lumps and create a smooth, creamy base for the perfect ranch texture.
- Spice Balance: Add dried herbs and spices gradually, ensuring even distribution for a harmonious flavor profile that captures the essence of classic ranch dressing.
- Chill for Flavor Depth: Refrigerate the dressing for 20-25 minutes to allow herbs and spices to meld, intensifying the overall taste and aroma.
- Taste and Adjust: Always do a final taste test before serving, tweaking seasonings to match your personal preference and guarantee maximum deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 24 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg