Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce

Creamy, tangy, and bursting with fresh herb flavors, this Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce is a crowd-pleaser that elevates any snack or meal. Crafted with a rich blend of mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk, it’s perfectly balanced with vibrant parsley, dill, and chives, along with a hint of garlic and onion powder for depth. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice adds a refreshing zest, making it the ultimate versatile dip for everything from crispy veggies to golden chicken wings. With just 15 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make ranch sauce is a must-have for your next gathering. Plus, letting it chill enhances the bold, herbaceous flavors. Perfect for parties, game days, or everyday snacking, this homemade recipe is sure to outshine any store-bought alternative!

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 16

Ingredients

• 1 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried dill
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise and 1 cup of sour cream. Whisk together until smooth.

Step 2

Slowly add 1/2 cup of buttermilk to the mayonnaise and sour cream mixture, stirring continuously until fully incorporated.

Step 3

Add the chopped fresh dill, chives, and parsley into the bowl and mix well.

Step 4

Season the mixture with 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon of onion powder, and 1/2 teaspoon of dried dill.

Step 5

Add 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper for balanced seasoning.

Step 6

Stir in 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice to add a bit of brightness to the sauce.

Step 7

Mix all ingredients thoroughly until well-combined and smooth.

Step 8

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer the sauce to an airtight container.

Step 9

Refrigerate the ranch dipping sauce for at least one hour before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve the ranch dipping sauce chilled with your favorite veggies, chips, or snacks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	628.1 grams (628.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2289

Total Fat 222.80g	286%
Saturated Fat 48.60g	243%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.20g
Cholesterol 364mg	121%
Sodium 2022mg	88%
Total Carbohydrate 74.80g	27%
Dietary Fiber 1.40g	5%
Total Sugars 21.80g
Protein 12.90g	26%

Vitamin D 63IU	317%
Calcium 495mg	38%
Iron 1mg	7%
Potassium 332mg	7%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.1%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 12.7%