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A white bowl filled with creamy ranch dressing, garnished with finely chopped green chives, sitting on a dark wooden surface.

Buttermilk Ranch Dip

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This Buttermilk Ranch Dip is a creamy, tangy, herb-forward sauce that’s as versatile as it is irresistible. Perfect as a dip for wings, a drizzle over grilled meats, or a dressing for crisp salads.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course: Dressing/Condiment
Cuisine: American, Californian
Calories: 922

Ingredients
  

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup Sour cream
  • ¼ cup Buttermilk plus more to thin, if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Distilled white vinegar
  • 1 clove Garlic x 1 small clove grated
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon Fresh cracked black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh dill finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh chives finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley finely chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Fine grater

Method
 

Step 1 – Whisk the Base:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, buttermilk, lemon juice, white vinegar, grated garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth and fully incorporated.
Step 2 – Add the Herbs:
  1. Fold in dill, chives, and parsley. If needed, thin with an extra splash of buttermilk until the texture coats a spoon but still drips easily.
Step 3 – Chill & Serve:
  1. Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. Use as a dip, dressing, or spread—it’s wildly versatile.

Nutrition

Calories: 922kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 5gFat: 97gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 51gMonounsaturated Fat: 22gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 2013mgPotassium: 233mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1033IUVitamin C: 14mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

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