Name: Homemade Herby Ranch Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 cups
Cuisine: American

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February 4, 2026

Make your own salad dressing from scratch with this Homemade Herby Ranch Dressing recipe! This dressing doubles as a dip for vegetables (or even wings or chips), and it tastes amazing. It's full of fresh herbs, balanced in flavor, and leans more savory than sweet, as we think a good ranch dressing should.

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Homemade Herby Ranch Dressing

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Ingredients

WarningMilk and 5 other allergens identified

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Instructions

Add the ranch ingredients to a high-sided container.

Using an immersion blender, blend up the dressing until it’s smooth. You could use a countertop or personal blender or a food processor (the latter won’t blend it up as well, though).

Serve as a dip with fresh vegetables, chips, or wings, or toss it with lettuce and your favorite salad ingredients for a fresh and delicious meal option.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Herb Freshness Matters 🌱
Chop fresh herbs immediately before adding to the dressing to maximize their essential oils and vibrant flavor profile.
Creamy Consistency Trick 🥄
Whisk ingredients in a specific order - start with mayonnaise and sour cream as a base, then gradually incorporate milk to achieve the perfect smooth, pourable texture.
Flavor Layering Technique 🧂
Toast your black pepper briefly before grinding to release deeper, more complex aromatics that will elevate the entire dressing's flavor profile.
Herb Ratio Pro Tip 🌿
Use a 2:1:1 ratio of parsley to dill to chives to create a balanced herb blend that doesn't overwhelm the creamy base.
Storage Wisdom 🧊
Store homemade ranch in an airtight container and consume within 5-7 days, keeping it refrigerated to maintain optimal freshness and prevent bacterial growth.

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We’re Rachel & Emily Conklin (“Conks” for short), sisters, lifelong foodies, and the voices behind Cooking with Conks. We grew up in Southern California, surrounded by bold flavors, big family meals, and the kind of kitchen chaos that turns into inside jokes