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10 Minute Creamy Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

This DIY buttermilk ranch dressing is perfectly creamy with lots of tangy zip. Best of all, it takes just 10 minutes to whip up. It's perfect for green salads, or use it as a dipping sauce for snacks like cut veggies, chips or crackers. For best results, chill for 30 minutes before use. This dressing makes everything better!
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients
 

  • 1 cup Buttermilk
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 2 tablespoons shallot (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley (finely chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons chives (finely chopped)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon whole grain dijon mustard
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon hot sauce

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a mason jar with a lid and shake. Or whisk together in a small bowl. Chill for 30 minutes before use.

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Barbara's Notes + Tips
  • If the dressing is too thin, add more sour cream.
  • If the dressing is too thick, add more buttermilk. 
  • If you don't have buttermilk, add a tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to a cup of milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  • If making into a dip, start with ¼ cup of buttermilk.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 7mg | Sodium: 253mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 0.1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 102IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 0.1mg