Name: Ranch Dressing – Classic American Dip and Salad Dressing
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 2 grams Fresh chives (finely chopped); 2 grams Fresh dill (finely chopped); 4 grams Fresh parsley (finely chopped); 120 grams Mayonnaise; 110 grams Buttermilk; 60 grams Sour cream (18% fat); 5 grams Onion powder; 5 grams Garlic powder; 5 grams Fine sea salt; 2 grams Freshly ground black pepper; 5 grams Fresh lemon juice (about 1 tsp)

Ranch Dressing – Classic American Dip and Salad Dressing

Thomas Tranegaard Nielsen

Thomas Tranegaard Nielsen is the Editor-in-Chief and co-founder of GastroFun, which he started together with his friend Per Asmussen. A trained food science teacher with 11 years of teaching experience, Thomas has personally developed and written all his recipes. His passion for cooking truly began at the age of 17 when he worked as an au pair in Switzerland. He later lived in Atlanta, Georgia, where he studied a semester at Kennesaw State University. Thomas has a deep love for spices and often works with Asian and Middle Eastern cuisine. He owns an extensive collection of spices from around the world and creates his own blends, including yellow curry, five spice, and garam masala. He is also well known for his Eggs Benedict, which he has prepared countless times and taught many others to master. He has authored 200–300 recipes in both Danish and English, appeared on MasterChef Denmark, performed cooking shows at Food Festival in Aarhus for the past three years, and serves as host at the Danish Grilling Championship. He also conducts courses, including pizza-making classes, in collaboration with Pia Kromann from Grill All & Food. Thomas also co-authored the cookbook Gæstemad with his co-founder Per Asmussen, published by Dreamlitt. In the kitchen, Thomas is highly organized and values a clean, uncluttered workspace with ample counter space and visual calm. He either prepares everything in advance or starts cooking immediately after chopping ingredients, often accompanied by music. All of Thomas’s work and content is published through GastroFun’s official channels.

15. August 2025

A creamy and flavorful ranch dressing perfect for dipping or as a salad dressing.

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Recipe for ranch dressing – classic american dip and salad dressing

A creamy, herb-packed dressing beloved in the United States, ranch is perfect as a dip for vegetables, chips, or wings, and as a tangy dressing for salads.

Ranch dressing is one of the most popular condiments in the United States, loved for its creamy texture and tangy, herbaceous flavor. Originally created in the 1950s, it quickly became a staple in homes, restaurants, and even school cafeterias.

Flavor and Ingredients

The base of ranch dressing combines mayonnaise, buttermilk, and sour cream for a smooth, rich consistency. Fresh chives, dill, and parsley bring brightness, while onion and garlic powder add depth. Lemon juice cuts through the creaminess with a refreshing tang.

Serving Traditions

In the U.S., ranch is incredibly versatile: it’s drizzled over salads, served as a dip for raw vegetables and potato chips, paired with spicy chicken wings, or even used as a pizza dipping sauce.

Variations

Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
Substitute Greek yogurt for sour cream for a lighter version.
Stir in crumbled blue cheese for a bold twist.

Why You’ll Love It

Ranch dressing is a creamy, flavorful, and endlessly versatile condiment that’s easy to make at home and guaranteed to please a crowd.

FAQ – Ranch Dressing

What is ranch dressing?

A creamy American dressing made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, sour cream, fresh herbs, and spices.

Can I make it ahead of time?

Yes, it tastes even better after a few hours in the fridge as the flavors develop.

How long does it keep?

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Can I use dried herbs instead of fresh?

Yes, but reduce the quantities to about one-third of the fresh amounts.

Servings: 4 servings