The Recipe · No.821 · Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

Buttermilk Ranch Dressing, and Where to Source It

Use fresh chives and dill, not a dry seasoning packet. The fresh herbs release oils that give ranch its bright, garden snap; dried versions taste dusty and flat by comparison.

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Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Makes1.5 cups
CuisineAmerican
Cook it with
No-cook
Part One
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Mayonnaise
The rich, smooth base. A real egg mayo is best.
1/2 cup
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Sour cream
For body and a lactic tang. A cultured sour cream is tangiest.
1/2 cup
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Buttermilk
Thins it to pourable and adds sharpness. A cultured buttermilk is best.
1/2 cup
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Chives and dill
Minced fine for the fresh herb snap. Bought local.
3 tbsp
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Garlic powder and lemon
A little garlic for savor and lemon to lift the herbs. Fresh lemon.
to taste
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Part Two
The Method
  1. Chop the herbsMince the chives and dill as fine as you can.
  2. Whisk the baseWhisk the mayo, sour cream, and buttermilk smooth.
  3. SeasonStir in garlic powder, salt, and a little lemon.
  4. Fold and chillFold in the herbs and chill an hour to thicken.
Part Three
The Toolkit

Mixing bowl · Whisk · Chef's knife

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