Indulge in a delightful culinary creation that bursts with freshness and tantalizes your taste buds – homemade ranch dressing using vibrant, aromatic herbs straight from your garden. This versatile condiment, a staple in many kitchens, adds a creamy, tangy, and herbaceous touch to various dishes. Dive into a collection of three unique ranch dressing recipes, each showcasing a distinct herb combination that elevates your favorite foods. Discover the classic buttermilk ranch dressing, where the vibrant flavors of dill, chives, and parsley intertwine, offering a refreshing twist to salads, sandwiches, and vegetable platters. Embark on a culinary adventure with cilantro ranch dressing, a zesty blend of cilantro, lime, and jalapeño, adding a vibrant kick to tacos, grilled chicken, and quesadillas. And for those seeking a smoky, bold twist, chipotle ranch dressing awaits. A harmonious fusion of chipotle peppers, roasted garlic, and fresh cilantro creates a smoky, spicy, and irresistibly creamy dressing perfect for burgers, fries, and roasted vegetables. With these recipes at your fingertips, transform ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences.
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HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
Ree Drummond's Homemade Ranch Dressing recipe, from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network, features buttermilk, fresh herbs and cayenne pepper.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories condiment
Time 2h15m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mince the garlic with a knife and then sprinkle on the salt and mash it into a paste with a fork.
- In a bowl, combine the garlic paste, mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, chives, Worcestershire sauce, black pepper, vinegar, paprika, cayenne and hot sauce. Add the buttermilk to desired consistency and mix to combine, tasting frequently and adjusting seasonings as needed. Chill for a couple of hours before serving, thinning with more buttermilk if needed.
RANCH DRESSING II
This ranch dressing is great because it doesn't have all the chemicals and preservatives that many do. You can also use buttermilk in place of the sour cream, if you like.
Provided by DAWNIA
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Sour Cream Dressing Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.7 calories, Carbohydrate 1.1 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 16.6 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
CLASSIC RANCH DRESSING
The original dressing served in the 1950s at Hidden Valley Ranch, a guest ranch near Santa Barbara, Calif., was made mostly from dry herbs and aromatics. To recreate that taste, this recipe is made with garlic powder instead of garlic, dried parsley instead of fresh, and so on. It makes enough seasoning mix for about 4 cups dressing; you can mix it, store it, then add dairy as needed. If you don't like the zip of mustard, try hot sauce or Worcestershire sauce instead - or simply omit for a milder taste. To make a thick dip instead of a pourable dressing, reduce the amount of buttermilk to 1/4 cup.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dips and spreads, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 5 cups dressing
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- For the seasoning mix: In a bowl, whisk all the ingredients together. Taste and adjust the seasonings to your liking. Transfer to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator until ready to use; it will keep indefinitely.
- To make 1 cup dressing: In a medium bowl, place 1 tablespoon seasoning mix. Add sour cream and buttermilk and whisk together until smooth. Taste and add salt if needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 2 days (or up to 2 weeks if made with mayonnaise).
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 34, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 65 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
RANCH DRESSING WITH FRESH HERBS
Although the original ranch dressing was made with ingredients like garlic powder and dried dill, fresh herbs and real garlic give this dressing a much brighter taste - and a pretty pale green color. This dressing is adapted from the restaurant Emily in Brooklyn, N.Y., one of the first pizzerias in New York City to serve ranch dressing. It's still a controversial combination in Brooklyn, but the chef Matt Hyland's dressing is uncontroversially delicious.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dips and spreads, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield About 1 1/3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender, process the buttermilk, garlic, pepper, chives and mint together until the herbs are minced and the mixture turns pale green. Add the mayonnaise and process just until smooth. If desired, thin with additional buttermilk to get the consistency you want. Taste and add salt if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate, covered, up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 154, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 1 gram, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 0 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 136 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams
HOMEMADE RANCH DRESSING
The BEST Homemade Ranch Dressing is all-natural, loaded with buttermilk and herbs, quick and easy to make, and so good that you'll never go back to store-bought again!
Provided by Samantha Skaggs
Categories Salad
Time 4h10m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth. Stir in parsley, dill, vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Blend well and adjust seasonings, to taste.
- Cover and refrigerate for ideally 8 hours (4 hours at a minimum) or overnight. If the consistency is too thick after chilling, thin out the ranch dressing with a splash of additional buttermilk.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 89 kcal, Carbohydrate 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 129 mg, ServingSize 1 serving
Tips for Making Ranch Dressing with Fresh Herbs:
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs, but you'll need to use about 1/3 of the amount.
- Taste the dressing as you go and adjust the seasonings to your liking. You may want to add more or less salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
- Let the dressing chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve the dressing with your favorite vegetables, grilled meats, or fish.
- Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
This ranch dressing with fresh herbs is a delicious and versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for summer barbecues, potlucks, or picnics. With its creamy texture, tangy flavor, and fresh herb aroma, this dressing is sure to be a hit. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy dressing, give this recipe a try!
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