A rich and flavorful dressing perfect for salads, veggies, or dipping.
Creamy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing (Milder Version)
A smooth, well-balanced ranch dressing perfect for salads, wings, or as a dip — without the bitter aftertaste.
Ingredients
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¾ cup mayonnaise
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½ cup buttermilk
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¼ cup sour cream
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2 tbsp heavy cream (or milk for lighter texture)
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½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1½ tsp dried parsley
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½ tsp dried dill (reduces bitterness)
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½ tsp black pepper
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Optional: squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness
Instructions
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In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream, and heavy cream until smooth.
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Add onion powder, garlic powder, parsley, dill, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until fully combined.
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Taste and adjust seasoning — add lemon juice if you prefer a fresher tang.
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Pour into a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Storage
Refrigerate and use within 1 week.
💡 Tip: For a fresher flavor, swap dried parsley and dill with chopped fresh herbs — double the amounts if using fresh.