Forget the Hidden Valley packets! Keep this Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix on hand as a quick shortcut to easy salad dressings, snacks, and marinades. All you need are a few basic spices and dry buttermilk powder. Use it to season some chicken, whip up a dip, or toss with your favorite snacks for a simple treat.
London’s tip to make it a winner: Try not to substitute or leave out any of the ingredients. This exact mix of dried herbs and spices tastes absolutely incredible!
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I am a HUGE fan of all things ranch, and my love has grown to a whole new level ever since I learned how to make my own Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix (which works perfectly for these Ranch Seasoned Pretzels).
Making seasoning mixes at home is so easy, and they taste MUCH better. Seriously, try just one, and you’ll never go back to store bought.
It’s just as easy to whip up your own Taco Seasoning, Greek Seasoning, and even Cajun Seasoning mixes!
Ingredients
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- Buttermilk powder. You should be able to find this in the baking aisle near the spices and seasonings section.
- Garlic powder. This is super important and is the base of the flavor in this mix.
- Onion powder. Another essential ingredient—don’t substitute anything for this.
- Dried parsley. Fresh and flavorful, dried parsley adds a nice balance to the savory garlic and onion.
- Dried dill. Ranch gets its unique flavor from dill, so don’t skip out on it.
- Dried chives. This herb is a bit harder to find at the grocery store but adds a lot if you can get your hands on some.
How to Make Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix
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- Gather the ingredients. You can either use a small bowl, or simply mix everything up in the jar you will be storing this blend in to save on dishes.
- Mix it up. Use a fork or small whisk to thoroughly mix everything together.
Storing Homemade Spice Blends
- For the best results, keep homemade spice mixes in an airtight container.
- Store this blend in a cool, dry space. Avoid areas like over a stove. A spice cabinet or a dry pantry are best.
- You do not want too much open space in the container. It is best to choose one that just barely fits all of the spices.
- These 4-ounce mason jars are my favorite to store DIY seasoning mixes in.
- Ranch seasoning will last for up to 1-2 years if stored at room temperature in a cool, dry place.
FAQs
Ranch seasoning mix is generally made up of a few pantry staples, like onion powder, garlic powder, dill, parsley, and chives along with milk powder.
Ranch typically refers to the dressing, which is in liquid form, while ranch seasoning is a dry mix used to flavor dips, protein, and snacks.
The main flavor in ranch is buttermilk and dill.
Recipes that Use Ranch Seasoning
The possibilities are endless when it comes to ways to use this seasoning mix.
Swap out the fresh herbs in this Homemade Ranch Dressing, Jalapeño Ranch, or Avocado Ranch Dressing.
These Ranch Seasoned Pretzels are the perfect party snack.
Season up these Air Fryer Chicken Wings with it, or add it to the breading for Air Fryer Pickles or Air Fryer Zucchini Chips.
More DIY Seasoning Mix Recipes
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Ranch Seasoning Mix Recipe
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Ingredients
- ⅓ cup buttermilk powder
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons parsley dried
- 2 teaspoons dill dried
- 1 teaspoon chives dried, optional
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a medium-sized bowl or the container you will be storing the seasoning mix in.⅓ cup buttermilk powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons parsley, 2 teaspoons dill, 1 teaspoon chives, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon pepper
- Whisk everything together until well combined.
- Use immediately or store in an airtight container in a cool and dry place for up to a year.
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Notes
- Yield: This recipe makes ~½ cup of seasoning mix. One serving is 2 tablespoons.
- Ingredients: Don’t skip or sub any herbs if possible.
- Storage: Keep the mix in a sealed jar in a cool, dry place.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Made it. Used it. Loved it 😊 One question, how much of mix equals a packet? Thanks for recipe ❤️
Great question, Shelley! About 2 tablespoons will equal 1 packet 🙂
So what and how much do you mix the dry mix in to use it as salad dressing?
You can substitute all of the herbs and seasonings (from the chives to the black pepper) with 2 Tbsp. of the ranch seasoning mix in this recipe here: https://www.evolvingtable.com/ranch-dressing/
I hope this helps!
I have the same question, but the reply given doesn’t answer your question.
Sorry if it wasn’t clear. If you’ve already made this seasoning mix, you can use 2 tablespoons in this recipe INSTEAD of the listed herbs and spices.
https://www.evolvingtable.com/ranch-dressing/
I have the same question, but the reply given doesn’t answer your question. I plan to make up this dry mix. What I am looking for is the amount of the dry mix to add to how much milk, mayo, and/or yogurt to make a cup or two of dressing.
2 tablespoons of this dry seasoning mix with:
½ cup mayo
½ cup sour cream
2 tsp. lemon juice
¼-½ cup buttermilk or oat milk (to desired consistency)