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    Home » Seasonings

    Ranch Dressing Mix - Easy Homemade Recipe!

    Updated: Aug 27, 2020 · Published: Mar 29, 2018 · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    DIY Ranch Seasoning

    This Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix is almost too good for words! This ranch seasoning mixture is super easy to make and will give you the best ranch dressing, the best ranch dip, and the best ranch marinade. Best of all, it's super fresh and full of flavor.

    I'm a big snacker.  Lately, I've been trying to eat healthier snacks.   Sorry, Girl Scouts, but it's true.  While I have a secret love affair with Thin Mints and Peanut Butter Patties, let me just tell you that I'd much rather be eating a plate of fresh veggies with some ranch dip.

    There's something about crisp veggies with a cool dip that just makes me want to munch and munch and munch.  And knowing that it's a good-for-me snack?  Well, that's always a win in my book.

    ranch dressing mix on a wooden platter next to a wire whisk and bowl of buttermilk

    Why Make Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix?

    Simply put, it's cheaper and it's healthier.

    I've been going through so many packets of Ranch Dip mix lately that I decided to just go ahead and make my own.  I mean, seriously.  Why would I want to eat a mix that has all kinds of preservatives in it if I can make a healthier alternative right here at home?  So, I did just that.

    And it was easy peasy, chicken squeasy.

    Okay... forget that last part, but Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix is SO EASY to make that there is simply no reason why you can't mix some up at home yourself.

    The ingredients are super simple, and as long as you have an air-safe container, this seasoning mixture will easily last a couple of months — unless you use it up super fast like I do.

    How Can You Use Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix?

    You can use Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix for:

    • A salad dressing
    • A dip flavoring
    • A marinade flavoring
    • A popcorn seasoning
    • A roasted vegetable seasoning (ranch-flavored potatoes, anyone?)
    • Meatloaf seasoning

    You are only limited by your imagination. Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix is so versatile!

    ranch dressing mix ingredients on a light wooden platter next to a wire whisk

    How to Make Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix

    Mix together all of these good seasonings: dry chives, pepper, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, minced dry onions, parsley, and dill weed with dry buttermilk. Stir it all up until well incorporated and put in a container to store in the refrigerator.

    Just an FYI- dry buttermilk HAS to be stored in the refrigerator after you open the container.  Make sure you store this seasoning mix in the refrigerator accordingly.

    closeup of ranch dressing mix herbs on a platter

    Doesn't this just look FRESH?  Once you start measuring out all of the herbs and spices, you will catch a whiff of ranch goodness.  If you're already a ranch aficionado you'll pick up on the combined fragrance of this mixture immediately.  Then, you can ponder about the variety of recipes you can add this seasoning to for an easy dinner seasoning solution.

    Soups, meat dishes, casseroles, not to mention a variety of dips... the possibilities really are limitless.

    herbs grouped together on a platter to be used in homemade ranch dressing mix

    Use Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix in recipes like our very own

    • Ranch Dip
    • Ranch Pork Chops - Rubbed with Homemade Ranch Seasoning

    Enjoy!

    ranch dressing mix in a ball jar next to a clear glass bowl with sour cream and mix combined

    Recipe

    Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix

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    This Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix is about as good as it gets!
    5 from 4 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course seasoning
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 238 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 1 ⅓ cup dry buttermilk
    • 8 Tbsp. dried parsley
    • 8 tsp. garlic powder
    • 8 tsp. onion powder
    • 8 tsp. dried minced onion
    • 6 tsp. dried dill weed
    • 4 tsp. ground black pepper
    • 4 tsp. dried chives
    • 4 tsp. salt

    Instructions
     

    • Mix all ingredients together until well-blended. Must be refrigerated in an an airtight container. Shelf life is up to 3 months.
    • To use mix: 3 Tablespoons is equivalent to a packet of store-bought Ranch seasoning mix

    Nutrition

    Calories: 238kcalCarbohydrates: 41gProtein: 18gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 18mgSodium: 1523mgPotassium: 1410mgFiber: 9gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 2979IUVitamin C: 52mgCalcium: 700mgIron: 8mg
    Keyword how to make ranch dressing, ranch dressing
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    1. Karren Haller

      March 11, 2015 at 9:10 am

      I think that going homemade tastes better and for sure is healthier.

      Reply
    2. Alyssa Marie Thys

      March 12, 2015 at 11:44 pm

      Looks delicious! Thanks for sharing!

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    3. April G

      March 14, 2015 at 9:51 pm

      Pinning for later. Once I get off of this fast, I know my family would love this. 🙂

      Reply
    4. Joy @ Joy Love Food

      March 15, 2015 at 5:01 pm

      This is fantastic! I love ranch seasoning and have been wanting to make my own version, pinning!

      Reply
    5. Miz Helen

      March 16, 2015 at 3:44 pm

      5 stars
      I can't wait to try your seasoning, it looks great! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
      Miz Helen

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    6. Krista - TheQuinntessentialMommy.com

      March 16, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      What a great idea--seems easy too. I hate all the preservatives in those packs too! Can't wait to try this!

      Reply
    7. Sandra

      March 17, 2015 at 11:10 am

      5 stars
      I am so over prepackaged mixes, thank you so much for sharing this one!

      Reply
    8. Michelle

      March 22, 2015 at 12:45 pm

      I like making my own dressings and spice blends. It's fun, but it's also good to know what's in them too. And be able to pronounce it! I have just about everything to make this seasoning.

      Reply

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