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Creamy Homemade Ranch Dressing Recipe with Fresh Buttermilk and Dill

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A quick and easy homemade ranch dressing made with fresh buttermilk and dill, perfect for salads, dips, and drizzling over grilled meats. This recipe offers a creamy, tangy, and herbaceous flavor that surpasses store-bought versions.

Ingredients

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  • ½ cup (120 ml) fresh buttermilk
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise, preferably full-fat
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, minced (or ½ teaspoon garlic powder)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Chop the fresh herbs: finely mince 2 tablespoons of fresh dill, 1 tablespoon of chives, and parsley if using (about 3-5 minutes).
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, and ½ cup fresh buttermilk until smooth and creamy but pourable (1-2 minutes).
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk gently to combine.
  4. Fold in the chopped dill, chives, and parsley until evenly distributed and the dressing looks speckled with green flecks.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed. If too thick, stir in more buttermilk, 1 tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld before serving.

Notes

Use fresh dill for best flavor; dried dill can be substituted at half the amount but requires longer infusion time. Chill dressing for at least 30 minutes before serving to meld flavors. Adjust thickness with buttermilk or mayo as needed. For vegan version, substitute mayonnaise and sour cream with vegan alternatives and use plant-based buttermilk substitute.

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