Ranch Dressing

Name: Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 1/8 cup sour cream; 1/8 cup buttermilk; 1/4 tsp dried dill; 1/4 tsp dried parsley; 1/4 tsp dried chives; 1/2 tsp minced garlic; 1/8 tsp onion powder; 1/8 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp white wine vinegar; 1/4 tsp distilled vinegar (optional substitute)

This homemade ranch dressing combines mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk with dried herbs and garlic for a creamy, tangy dressing ready in minutes. It's a faithful copycat of Johnny Rockets' signature recipe, ideal for dipping vegetables or topping salads.

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Total

5 min

Servings

4

Difficulty

Easy

Est. Cost

$23–$38

Recipe Source

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Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/8 cup sour cream
1/8 cup buttermilk
1/4 tsp dried dill
1/4 tsp dried parsley
1/4 tsp dried chives
1/2 tsp minced garlic
1/8 tsp onion powder
1/8 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp white wine vinegar
1/4 tsp distilled vinegar (optional substitute)optional

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Instructions

1
In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk.
2
Add the dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, minced garlic, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
3
Add the white wine vinegar.
4
Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and creamy.
5
Serve immediately as a dip or dressing.

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Tips & Notes

Pro tips

Whisk all ingredients in a bowl or shake in a sealed jar—no special equipment needed. Let sit 15–30 minutes before serving so flavors fully develop.
Use fresh dried herbs (check expiration dates); old herbs taste dusty and flat. This recipe's flavor hinges on herb quality.
For a tangier dressing, increase buttermilk slightly and reduce mayo. For creamier, reverse the ratio.
Minced fresh garlic works but will overpower if not measured carefully; start with 1/4 tsp and taste as you go.

Substitutions

Sour cream → Greek yogurt (dressing will be thinner and tangier; add less buttermilk)
Buttermilk → milk mixed with a squeeze of lemon juice or 1/4 tsp vinegar (approximates tanginess)
Dried dill/parsley/chives → 3x volume of fresh herbs (brighter flavor, slight texture change)
Mayonnaise → avocado oil mayo or vegan mayo (texture and richness will shift slightly)

Storage & make-ahead

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Flavors improve after 1–2 hours as herbs rehydrate and meld.

Common Questions

Can I make ranch dressing without buttermilk?

Yes. Mix equal parts sour cream and milk, or use Greek yogurt thinned with milk. The tanginess will shift slightly but the dressing will still work well.

How long does homemade ranch dressing last?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The flavors meld and intensify after 1–2 hours, so make it ahead if possible.

Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried?

Yes, use 3 times the amount of fresh herbs (roughly 3/4 tsp of each). Fresh dill, parsley, and chives will give a brighter flavor but may slightly thin the dressing.

Is this recipe dairy-free?

No, it relies on mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk. For a dairy-free version, substitute with vegan mayo, coconut cream, and unsweetened plant milk, though the texture will differ.