Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

Ranch dressing with equal parts base of mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk mixed with dried herbs.

This Buttermilk Ranch Dressing is a creamy, flavorful homemade dressing ideal for salads, vegetable dips, or as a condiment. Made with a base of mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk, it’s enriched with dried herbs like chives, parsley, and dill for a fresh, herby flavor, while garlic and onion powders add savory depth. After whisking together and refrigerating for at least an hour to let the flavors meld, this dressing delivers a rich, homemade taste that easily surpasses store-bought options.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon dried chives
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon MSG

Instructions

Prepare the Dressing

In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.

Add Seasonings

Stir in dried chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, MSG (if using), and black pepper. Mix until well combined.

Store

Pour the dressing into an airtight container.

Chill and Serve

Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Mix together the mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk. Stir in the dried herbs thoroughly.

Chill in the refrigerator.