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A glass jar filled with creamy homemade ranch dressing, garnished with chopped chives, sits on a gray surface next to a metal spoon. In the background, a salad bowl with assorted vegetables and eggs invites you to try this easy ranch dressing recipe.
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5 from 2 votes

Dairy Free Ranch Dressing

Make creamy dairy free ranch dressing at home in just 5 minutes. This easy recipe uses fresh herbs and simple ingredients to make a homemade ranch dressing that's better than anything you can buy at the store. Perfect for salads, dipping and so much more! Makes about 2 1/4 cups.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American
Keyword: best ranch dressing, best ranch dressing recipe, dairy free ranch dressing, homemade ranch, homemade ranch dressing, homemade ranch dressing dip, homemade ranch dressing recipe, how to make ranch dressing, ranch dressing, ranch dressing ingredients, ranch dressing recipe, vegan ranch dressing
Servings: 18 servings
Calories: 77kcal
Author: Melissa Belanger

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise or vegan mayo for egg free
  • 1 cup dairy free sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 small bunch of fresh chives about 1/4 cup
  • 1 small bunch of fresh parsley about 1/4 cup
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 3/4 teaspoon coarse salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened, plain dairy free milk

Instructions

  • Combine all ingredients. Add the mayonnaise, vegan sour cream, lemon juice, chives, parsley, garlic, olive oil, paprika, salt, pepper, and 2 tablespoons of dairy free milk to a blender or food processor.
  • Blend until smooth. Process until the herbs are finely chopped and the dressing is smooth and creamy, about 30-45 seconds.Adjust consistency. Taste and add the remaining tablespoon of dairy free milk if you prefer a thinner dressing. Blend again briefly to combine.
  • Chill before serving. Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to combine. The ranch will thicken slightly as it chills.
  • Store. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Regular mayonnaise is dairy free (it's egg-based). Use vegan mayo only if you want to make this completely vegan.
  • Use regular sour cream and milk if you're not dairy free
  • Start with less dairy free milk and add more as needed - it's easier to thin it out than to thicken it back up.

Nutrition

Serving: 2tbsp | Calories: 77kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.1g | Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 212mg | Fiber: 0.04g | Sugar: 0.5g | Vitamin C: 0.5mg