Ranch dressing has always been one of my first condiment loves (after ketchup<\/a>, of course). After seeing what was actually in the store-bought salad dressings from the grocery store though, I knew it was time to break up. Thankfully I came up with an even healthier version of ranch salad dressing<\/a> and now this ranch dressing mix.<\/p>\n The kids and I love it on salads, but it also makes a great dry ranch seasoning for meats and veggies. Plus it\u2019s naturally gluten-free.<\/p>\n I probably don\u2019t have to tell you that Hidden Valley Ranch is hiding a whole lot of unhealthy ingredients underneath that delicious ranch flavor. MSG, artificial flavors, and soy to name a few.<\/p>\n It seemed pretty counterintuitive to make a healthy salad and then top it with junk. I found a great alternative to regular ranch dressing (here\u2019s the recipe<\/a>). But I also wanted an alternative to the ranch dressing mix I use on chicken, roasted veggies, and other dishes.<\/p>\n I figured I could make a better real food option. This was the result and it is lovely. We keep a jar in the cabinet for use on veggies, eggs, chicken, or to make ranch dip.<\/p>\n I order all of the ingredients in bulk so I can whip it up whenever we need it. This way, I can also make any other spices we need any time we need them. You can find my other homemade spice blend recipes <\/a>here.<\/p>\n This ranch mix and the ranch dressing are part of our regular meal rotation. I keep the powder pre-made and always add the other ingredients to my Real Plans Shopping List<\/a> so I can whip up a quick batch whenever needed.<\/p>\n So many things in the world have changed since my childhood, but my love of ranch dressing seems to be a consistent part of most childhoods. I just love that I can give my kids a healthier (and more delicious) version these days!<\/p>\n Most of the ingredients for this you likely already have in your pantry. The main ingredient is dry buttermilk powder, which gives it that creamy tang. Unlike the store-bought packets though, it\u2019s not cut with maltodextrin. And if you want an even tangier ranch dressing, you can add just a little fresh lemon juice to the Greek yogurt.<\/p>\n My favorite way to make the dip is with Greek yogurt. This makes it tangy and creamy with a boost of protein. For a more traditional ranch dressing, you could use 1\/2 cup sour cream and 1\/2 cup mayonnaise instead<\/a>.<\/p>\n Try topping your dip with some fresh chopped dill or chives for the finishing touch!<\/p>\n Your family likely already has a list of foods they love with ranch dressing. It makes a great dip for everything from chips to pizza. Serve it as an appetizer with veggies, or drizzle it on a salad. Since this is a dry ranch dressing mix it\u2019s even more versatile. Here are some more delicious ways to use it!<\/p>\n \tWhy a Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix?<\/h3>\n
Some Things Don\u2019t Change<\/h3>\n
Ranch Dressing Recipe<\/h3>\n
What to Use Ranch Dressing Dip On<\/h3>\n
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Ranch Seasoning Mix Recipe<\/h2>\n