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An overhead view of a jar of homemade ranch seasoning, with a small wooden spoon scooping some out.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning Recipe

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​This homemade ranch seasoning recipe is a flavorful pantry staple, and easy to make with just a few simple ingredients!
Course Condiments, Homemade foods, Seasonings
Cuisine American
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 24 tablespoons
Calories 29
Author Dorothy Bigelow

Ingredients

  • ⅔ cup buttermilk powder
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch up to 1 tablespoon, for thickening
  • ¼ cup dried parsley flakes
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Dried dill
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Garlic powder
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Onion powder
  • 1 ½ tbsp. Dried onion flakes
  • 2 tsp. Ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp. Dried chives
  • 1 tablespoon salt or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sugar optional
  • ½ teaspoon dry mustard powder optional

Instructions

  • Add all of the ingredients to a medium-sized bowl.
    A bowl filled with a variety of herbs, seasonings, salt, etc.
  • Stir everything together until well combined.
    Whisking together herbs and buttermilk powder in a bowl.
  • Transfer to an airtight container or glass jar with a lid.
    A small jar filled with ranch dry mix.
  • Use in your favorite recipes, or to prepare an easy homemade ranch dressing (*recipe in the notes).

Notes

3 tablespoons = 1 package of store bought ranch seasoning.
Storage: Keep in an airtight container or glass jar with a lid for up to 3 months at room temperature. 
To prevent clumping, store in a low humidity area, or place 1 teaspoon of dry rice in the bottom of the jar.
*Ranch dressing 
To prepare, combine the following in a bowl or a blender:
  • ½ cup milk (or sour cream for a thick consistency)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 ½ tablespoon homemade ranch dressing mix

Nutrition

Calories: 29kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 313mg | Potassium: 144mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 348IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 1mg