Best 3 Mexican Ranch Dressing Recipes

Craving a creamy, tangy, and flavorful dressing to elevate your salads, tacos, or dips? Look no further than this Mexican Ranch Dressing. Inspired by the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine, this dressing seamlessly blends the classic flavors of ranch with a touch of Mexican spices. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this easy-to-make dressing that adds a zesty twist to your favorite dishes. In this article, we'll provide you with three variations of this delectable dressing: the Classic Mexican Ranch Dressing, a Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing, and a Spicy Mexican Ranch Dressing. Each recipe offers a unique flavor profile, ensuring you find the perfect match for your culinary creations. So, let's dive into the world of flavors and discover how to make this Mexican Ranch Dressing from scratch!

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

MEXI-RANCH SALAD DRESSING

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This is the dressing I always go to when making a taco salad. I have used it on both beef and chicken taco salads. It is simple to make and tastes really good.

Provided by Jill L. Margaritta

Categories < 15 Mins

Time 10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1/2 cup sour cream
1/2 cup Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Dressing
1/4 cup mild salsa
1 teaspoon taco seasoning
salt
pepper

Steps:

Mix the first 4 ingredients together.
Add salt and pepper to taste.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for an hour or longer so that the flavor goes through it.
Enjoy!

CHOPPED SALAD WITH JALAPEñO-RANCH DRESSING

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This chopped salad is fresh, festive and excessive in a celebratory way. While most salads opt for the lightest layer of dressing to optimize the produce's flavors, this one calls for the dressing to generously coat the crisp ingredients. Inspired by Caesar salad, ranch dressing and the dinner-worthy salads popularized at chain restaurants like California Pizza Kitchen, this salad is punchy and satisfying, thanks to rich ingredients, like avocado, Cotija and a mayonnaise-thickened dressing, plus those with bite, like radishes, corn kernels and tortilla chips. Pair the salad with grilled tofu, chicken, shrimp or burgers - or nothing at all. This salad eschews subtlety, and hits all the right notes.

Provided by Alexa Weibel

Categories salads and dressings

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

Ingredients

1/2 cup buttermilk
1/2 cup mayonnaise
3 large scallions, trimmed and finely chopped (about 1/4 cup)
1/3 cup finely chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño with its seeds (or to taste)
1 lime, zested
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt (Diamond Crystal) and black pepper
3 romaine lettuce hearts (about 1 pound), trimmed and chopped into bite-size pieces
3 fresh ears of corn, shucked, kernels removed from cobs
8 radishes, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced into half-moons
2 large, ripe avocados, pitted and diced
5 scallions, trimmed and thinly sliced at an angle
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija (or grated Parmesan)
1 cup chopped cilantro, leaves and tender stems
2 cups crumbled lime tortilla chips (optional)

Steps:

Prepare the dressing: In a large measuring cup, whisk all the dressing ingredients together to combine. Season with ¾ teaspoon salt and ½ teaspoon pepper. (Makes 1 ¼ cups. It will taste quite salty at this point, and that is intentional. You want it to hold up when tossed with a big pile of vegetables.)
In a large shallow bowl or platter, toss the romaine with half of the following ingredients: corn, radishes, avocado, sliced scallions, Cotija and cilantro. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Add ½ cup dressing and toss to coat. Season again with salt and pepper.
Top with the remaining corn, radishes, avocado, scallions, Cotija and cilantro, scattering the garnishes on top or arranging them in stripes or piles. Sprinkle some crumbled tortilla chips on top, if using. Drizzle the salad with an additional 1/4 cup dressing, and serve immediately, serving any remaining dressing and additional tortilla chips alongside.

MEXICAN RANCH DRESSING

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Make and share this Mexican Ranch Dressing recipe from Food.com.

Provided by PugsAndKisses

Categories Salad Dressings

Time 5m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 2

Ingredients

1 cup purchased ranch salad dressing
2 tablespoons taco seasoning

Steps:

Mix well.
Chill.

Tips:

For a thicker dressing, use less buttermilk or sour cream. For a thinner dressing, use more.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
You can use any type of chili powder you like. For a milder dressing, use a mild chili powder. For a spicier dressing, use a hot chili powder.
If you don't have any fresh cilantro, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried cilantro.
This dressing is best when made fresh. However, you can store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

Mexican ranch dressing is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for salads, tacos, burritos, and even as a dip for vegetables. With its creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, Mexican ranch dressing is sure to please everyone at your table.