Homemade ranch seasoning is so easy to make and is perfect for so many different recipes.
Is there anything better than mixing some ranch seasoning with some sour cream and making a super simple vegetable dip? Well, yes. The answer is yes. Because what’s better than that is when you make the ranch seasoning yourself.
Homemade ranch seasoning has the most perfect flavor and is so easy to make. You will love including it in so many different recipes.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Ingredients
Here are the simple ingredients that make up this homemade seasoning. For the full recipe including all measurements, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
- Buttermilk powder: Provides the creamy, slightly sour flavor found in traditional ranch dressing without the need for fresh buttermilk. You can typically find this in the baking aisle of your grocery store and it will last for months in your refrigerator. You can also use it to make my Buttermilk Waffles.
- Onion powder: Be sure to use onion powder, not onion salt.
- Dried dill weed: A signature herb in ranch seasoning, dill gives a fresh, earthy note that complements the tangy and creamy flavors.
- Dried parsley: Adds a subtle herbal flavor to the seasoning.
- Garlic powder: Adds a mild but rich garlicky flavor that rounds out the taste of the ranch seasoning. Be sure to use garlic powder and not garlic salt.
- Salt and pepper
How to Make Homemade Ranch Seasoning
Here is how simply this homemade ranch seasoning mix comes together. Be sure to scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for the full list of ingredients and their measurements.
- Combine ingredients. Whisk together all of the ingredients together in a bowl until well combined.
- Use or store for later. You can use this seasoning right away, or store it in an airtight container in a dark place for up to six months.
Fresh vs Dried Herbs
When making homemade ranch seasoning mix, it’s best to use dried herbs instead of fresh because dried herbs have a more concentrated flavor and longer shelf life. Fresh herbs contain water, which can cause the seasoning to spoil quickly. Dried herbs also blend more evenly into the seasoning, making sure you get the right balance of flavor throughout the mix. This makes your dry ranch seasoning mix easier to store and use whenever you need it, without worrying about it losing its potency.
Ideas For Use
- Make a ranch dip for vegetables by combining a few teaspoons with a cup of sour cream.
- Use it in a recipe like my Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole.
- Add it to burgers or chicken.
- Toss it with freshly popped popcorn.
- Season vegetables or French fries.
- Use 3 tablespoons of this recipe in any place that calls for a packet of ranch seasoning.
Lighter Ranch Dip
Other Great Seasoning Recipes
Making seasonings from scratch is so easy to do and adds such great flavor to recipes. Skip getting the packets from the grocery store and keep your own on hand for convenience and the best flavor. Here are a few other pantry staple seasoning mixes!
If you make this homemade ranch seasoning recipe or any of my other recipes, I’d love to hear what you think! Leave a comment letting me know.
Ranch Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup buttermilk powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried dill weed
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley crushed
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon table salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Whisk together the ingredients.
- Store in a dark cool place for up to 6 months.
Carolyn says
Hi Lisa
I just love your recipes and tips. So easy to follow and yummy.
Thank you so much.
Love
Carolyn
Cape Town
South Africa
Thank you so much, Carolyn!
Ferryal says
I am lactose intolerance, what can I use instead of ranch mix please? Thank you so much.
To replace the buttermilk powder? I’m really sorry, I don’t have a replacement for that.
Carol says
It would have been good to include how to make ranch dressing from the ranch mix.
I would encourage you to use my ranch dressing recipe. I would bet that you already have all the ingredients (or most of them) in your pantry.