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Copycat Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch recipe

Copycat hidden valley ranch recipe in a jar
This Copycat Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch recipe delivers the classic, creamy, and tangy flavor you love with simple ingredients right from your kitchen. Whether you're using it as a dip for veggies or a dressing for salads, this homemade version is incredibly easy to make and packed with fresh herbs and spices. Plus, you can customize the consistency and flavor to your liking, ensuring a perfect ranch dressing every time!
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Prep Time 7 minutes

Ingredients

Dressing ingredients

  • ½ cup (120g) sour cream - Vegan option: use vegan sour cream
  • ½ cup (120ml) buttermilk - vegan option: use vegan buttermilk
  • ¼ cup (60g) mayonnaise - (best quality such as Hellmann’s or Duke’s) - vegan option: use vegan mayonnaise
  • 2-3 teaspoons lemon juice

Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning ingredients:

  • 1 teaspoon (0.5g) dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon (0.2g) dried dill
  • ¼ teaspoon (0.1g) dried chives - or ½ teaspoon (1g) finely chopped fresh chives
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons (3g) garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon (2.4g) onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) sea salt
  • ⅛ teaspoon (0.25g) ground pepper

Instructions

How to Make Copycat Hidden Valley Buttermilk Ranch Dressing

  • In a medium bowl, mix together all of the seasoning ingredients until well combined.
  • Gradually whisk in the sour cream and mayonnaise, making sure everything is smoothly incorporated.
  • Slowly add the milk, a little at a time, until you reach your desired consistency.
  • Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, adjusting the amount to your taste preference.

Notes

Storage Tips:
- Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator. It will keep fresh for up to 10 days.
Serving size: 2 tablespoons 
Calories per serving: 71
Adjusting consistency:
• To thicken: Add more sour cream or mayonnaise to make it creamier and thicker.
  • To thin out: Add more buttermilk, regular milk, or water a little at a time until you reach your desired consistency.
How to use fresh herbs instead of dried:
Fresh herbs can be substituted for dried herbs for a more vibrant flavor. Generally, you’ll want to use 3 times the amount of fresh herbs as dried. For example:
•1 teaspoon dried parsley = 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
•½ teaspoon dried dill = 1½ teaspoons fresh dill
To make a lighter version of this ranch dressing, you can:
•Use low-fat sour cream or Greek yogurt instead of full-fat sour cream.
•Replace the mayonnaise with a lighter option like Greek yogurt or a low-fat vegan mayo.
Vegan substitutions:
You can make this dressing dairy-free or vegan by substituting the dairy ingredients:
•Sour cream: Use vegan sour cream made from coconut, soy, or almond milk.
•Buttermilk: Make vegan buttermilk by mixing ½ cup of plant-based milk (like almond or soy milk) with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes to curdle before using.
•Mayonnaise: Use vegan mayonnaise, like Hellman’s vegan mayonnaise, or a homemade mayo which is usually made from oil and plant-based ingredients like soy or aquafaba. 
Serving with ranch dressing ideas:
Ranch dressing is versatile and can be served as a:
•Dip for fresh veggies, chips, or fries.
•Salad dressing for green salads or pasta salads.
•Sauce for veggie burgers, wraps, or roasted vegetables.