Description
This classic Ranch Dip recipe offers a creamy, tangy, and herby flavor perfect for pairing with fresh vegetables, chips, or crackers. Made with sour cream, mayonnaise, and a blend of aromatic dried herbs and spices, it’s an easy and quick-to-prepare dip that elevates any appetizer spread. Its cool and rich texture combined with savory notes of garlic and onion makes it a crowd-pleaser at parties and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon buttermilk powder
Herbs and Spices
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Garnish
- To taste fresh herbs for garnish (chopped chives or parsley)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all required ingredients and place them on a clean countertop to ensure smooth preparation.
- Mix Base: In a mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and mayonnaise. Whisk or stir until the mixture is completely smooth and uniform in texture.
- Add Buttermilk Powder: Stir in the buttermilk powder thoroughly to infuse the dip with its characteristic tangy flavor.
- Season the Dip: Add dried dill, dried parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt to the bowl. Mix well until all the herbs and spices are fully incorporated into the creamy base.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste the dip carefully and adjust any seasoning as needed to balance the flavors perfectly.
- Garnish: Transfer the prepared dip into a serving bowl and garnish with freshly chopped chives or parsley to add a fresh, vibrant touch.
- Chill: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve: Serve chilled with your favorite dippables such as vegetable sticks, chips, or crackers.
Notes
- The dip tastes best after chilling for at least 30 minutes, as this allows the flavors to fully develop.
- If you don’t have buttermilk powder, you can substitute with 2 tablespoons of actual buttermilk but reduce the sour cream slightly.
- Fresh herbs can be used instead of dried if preferred, but dried herbs provide a more concentrated flavor in dips.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your dietary preference and taste.
- This dip can be prepared a day ahead and stored refrigerated in an airtight container.
