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Healthy Homemade Ranch Dressing

Gluten Free Gluten Free Low Carb Low Carb Nut Free Nut Free
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By: Denise BustardLeave a Comment
Posted: 2/14/19 Updated: 10/12/20

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This healthy homemade ranch dressing is made from scratch so you know exactly what's going into it! Sharing two healthier options: one made with yogurt and another buttermilk-based recipe.

Ranch dressing is one of my guilty pleasures, but with this healthy homemade recipe, there is no guilt required!

jar of ranch dressing surrounded by vegetables

This homemade ranch dressing is made from scratch with wholesome 'clean' ingredients, and the best part is it only takes a few minutes to whip up a batch!

Not only that but this dressing keeps in the fridge for a week.

We love this homemade ranch dressing because

  • it has wholesome, clean eating ingredients
  • it comes together in minutes
  • and it keeps in the fridge for a week!

spooning the ranch dressing recipe into a jar

How to make it

To make this dressing at home, you are first going to need to make a batch of my Homemade Ranch Seasoning (which has just 6 ingredients).

  1. Stir together the ranch seasoning ingredients
  2. Mix together 1 tablespoon of ranch seasoning with yogurt, mayonnaise, buttermilk and a teaspoon of lemon juice
  3. Enjoy!

homemade ranch dressing in a jar

Can I make this recipe without the buttermilk? Yes, or you can make your own buttermilk using regular milk and lemon juice! Find my directions here. If you'd like, you can swap for regular milk.

Can I make it vegan? I bet you could, however I haven't tried. I would try with almond milk, coconut yogurt and vegan mayo.

Can I freeze it? Unfortunately dairy does not freeze well, so I don't recommend freezing. It keeps in the fridge for up to 1 week.

showing how to make ranch dressing

Use your dressing

I have a ton of ideas for you!

  • as a dip for chicken wings
  • make Ranch Chicken Jar Salads for a delicious meal prep lunch option (coming soon!)
  • use it on wraps, in pitas, or on a sandwich
  • serve it on burgers, or as a dip for sweet potato fries

Tips & equipment

  • I tested this recipe with avocado mayo, but you could use regular mayonnaise
  • Pictured are these 12.5 oz Weck Jars, but any 1 pint jar will work for storage
  • Looking for more healthy salad dressings? Try this Green Goddess Dressing, this Asian Salad Dressing and this Homemade Italian Dressing

Did you make this? Tag me on social @sweetpeasandsaffron and be sure to leave a comment and rate the recipe!

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Healthy Homemade Ranch Dressing

5 from 2 votes
Prep Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 5 mins
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This healthy homemade ranch dressing is made from scratch so you know exactly what's going into it! Sharing two healthier options: one made with yogurt and another buttermilk-based recipe.
16 tablespoons (1 cup)

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon homemade ranch seasoning
  • ¼ cup avocado mayonnaise (regular mayo can be subbed)
  • ¼ cup plain yogurt
  • ¼ cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions 

  • Stir together all ingredients. Enjoy immediately or refrigerate for up to a week.

Tips:

For yogurt ranch dressing:
  • use 2 teaspoons ranch seasoning in 1 cup plain yogurt

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1tablespoon, Calories: 43kcal, Carbohydrates: 2g, Protein: 1g, Fat: 1g, Saturated Fat: 1g, Cholesterol: 7mg, Sodium: 46mg, Potassium: 16mg, Fiber: 0g, Sugar: 1g
Author: Denise Bustard
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

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Meet Denise Bustard

Denise Bustard is the creator of Sweet Peas and Saffron, a meal prep-focussed food blog. With a PhD in biochemistry, Denise takes a scientific approach to perfecting her recipes. You can find Denise's work featured on Huffington Post, MSN, Self and more.

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