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Ranch Seasoning

Modified: Mar 5, 2024 · Published: Dec 12, 2017 by Heather · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. · 736 words. · About 4 minutes to read this article.

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Ranch seasoning is a tangy and fresh seasoning blend made with herbs and spices. Use it to season vegetables, chicken, or to make homemade salad dressing.

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Ranch seasoning makes a great addition to your home spice rack. It's made with dried herbs like parsley and dill, which add a fresh, tangy flavor. Plus this version is gluten-free and dairy-free, making it easy to add to your favorite vegan dishes.

Making your own ranch seasoning is a great alternative to buying processed packets from the grocery store. This recipe is made with six simple ingredients, so you know exactly what's going into your food.

Seasoning blends can make weeknight dinners even easier. I use ranch seasoning to make recipes like ranch roasted potatoes, chicken bacon ranch pasta, and rotisserie chicken salad.

Ingredients and substitutions

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  • Dried parsley - Adds a bright, peppery flavor and serves as the base of the recipe. I don't recommend omitting the parsley.
  • Dried dill - Adds a bright, tangy flavor that's commonly found in ranch salad dressings. Dill could be substituted with dried chives if desired.
  • Garlic powder - Adds a pungent, garlicky flavor.
  • Onion powder - Adds a zesty, concentrated onion flavor.
  • Salt - Enhances the flavors of the herbs and spices as well as the food you're seasoning.
  • Pepper - Adds a warm, earthy flavor.

Tips and tricks

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Use new herbs and spices - I recommend buying new herbs and spices before assembling a spice blend like ranch seasoning. Ground herbs and spices taste best within the first six months, and continually lose their flavor over time.

Only make what you'll use in six months - If you don't cook with ranch seasoning frequently, I recommend making a smaller batch of seasoning. To reduce the measurements in the recipe card, hover over the serving size and use the sliding bar.

Recipes with ranch seasoning

Aside from making your own ranch dressing or dip, what else can you use ranch seasoning for? Here are a few of my favorite recipes made with ranch seasoning:

  • Ranch roasted potatoes
  • Chicken bacon ranch pasta
  • Buffalo ranch chex mix
  • Rotisserie chicken salad
  • BLT dip
  • Crock pot buffalo chicken dip
  • BLT pasta salad

Frequently asked questions

What is ranch seasoning made of?

This recipe is made with dried parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Dried chives also make a great addition. Some recipes also call for dried buttermilk to add that signature buttermilk tang of ranch salad dressing.

What is ranch dressing?

Ranch dressing is a popular salad dressing in the United States. It's a creamy salad dressing that's usually made with buttermilk as the base. The main flavors of ranch include dill, garlic, and onion/chives. It has a tangy, fresh flavor that pairs particularly well with fresh vegetables.

How do I make ranch dressing?

Homemade ranch dressing is relatively simple. Mix equal parts sour cream, mayonnaise, and buttermilk, then add ranch seasoning until desired flavor is achieved.

Is ranch seasoning dairy-free?

This recipe for ranch seasoning is dairy-free. However, many store-bought ranch seasoning mixes also include powdered buttermilk, which is not dairy-free.

How long does ranch seasoning last?

Ground herbs and spices are best used within the first six months (ideally 3 months) for best flavor, but will keep for 2 to 3 years in airtight containers. I recommend making a quantity of ranch seasoning that you think you'll use within about 6 months. This recipe can easily be scaled down by hovering over the servings in the recipe card and using the sliding bar.

Here's an article with more helpful information:
USDA: Will spices used beyond their shelf life be safe?

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4.68 from 34 reviews

Ranch Seasoning

Ranch seasoning is a tangy and fresh seasoning blend made with herbs and spices. Use it to season vegetables, chicken, or to make homemade salad dressing.
Prep Time5 minutes minutes
Total Time5 minutes minutes
Servings: 16 teaspoons
Calories: 5kcal
Author: Heather

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon dried dill
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
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Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine all ingredients until well blended.
  • Store in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

Equipment Recommendations

  • Spice Jars
  • Magnetic Stainless Steel Spice Tins
  • Measuring Spoons
  • Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowls

Notes

  • Use ranch seasoning on your favorite proteins, vegetables, or pasta. Common uses: hamburgers, meatloaf, roasted potatoes, broccoli, chicken breasts, potato salad, pasta salad.
  • Ranch seasoning will keep for 1 year or more in a sealed container. Flavor is best if used within six months when made with new spices and herbs.

Nutrition Estimate

Serving: 1teaspoon | Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.03g | Saturated Fat: 0.01g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 25mg | Fiber: 0.2g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 17IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 0.2mg
Course: Seasonings
Cuisine: American

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  1. Elena

    January 10, 2025 at 11:25 am

    How do I use this seasoning to make ranch dressing? Or did I miss that part somewhere? Lol

    Reply
    • Heather

      January 10, 2025 at 11:48 am

      Hi Elena, you can find this answered in the frequently asked questions section above: "Homemade ranch dressing is relatively simple. Mix equal parts sour cream, mayonnaise, and buttermilk, then add ranch seasoning until desired flavor is achieved."

      Reply
  2. Alena

    July 10, 2022 at 3:24 pm

    Is this Hidden Valley Ranch Restaurant Style Mix?

    Reply
    • Heather

      July 10, 2022 at 5:30 pm

      This has a similar flavor to package ranch seasoning mix, minus the buttermilk powder.

      Reply
  3. Melissa

    April 23, 2022 at 2:55 am

    How can I equate this recipe with the packet I can buy in the store? I use a lot of recipes that require the packet and I would love a healthier alternative and be able to use my sea salt instead.

    Reply
    • Heather

      April 23, 2022 at 7:52 am

      One store bought ranch seasoning packet has about 2 tablespoons of seasoning. You can use this at a 1:1 ratio to replace the store bought packets.

      Reply
  4. Lily Doherty

    October 18, 2021 at 1:15 am

    I made this ranch seasoning today and used it in my gluten free crispy crunchy crackers...so delicious!! Love it and so easy. No more store bought Doritos with so many unhealthy ingredients!! Thanks so much Heather. It's a real keeper recipe. Will definitely try it on chicken and more. All the best, Lily in California.

    Reply
    • Dawn

      February 24, 2024 at 8:24 am

      Where did you find your crispy crunchy cracker recipe?

      Reply
  5. A

    December 02, 2020 at 9:26 pm

    Thanks for the recipe. To confirm, the parsley and dill are fresh?

    Reply
    • Heather

      December 02, 2020 at 9:28 pm

      The parsley and dill are dried for this recipe.

      Reply
  6. Lyn

    May 24, 2020 at 1:37 pm

    Im trying to do less salt. Can sea salt or Himalayan salt be used instead?

    Reply
    • Heather

      May 24, 2020 at 1:44 pm

      Yes, feel free to substitute with your preferred salt!

      Reply
  7. Raymone Gibson

    May 09, 2020 at 7:30 am

    I loove seasonings

    Reply

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