Ranch Seasoning
Homemade Ranch Seasoning is a simple blend of dill, garlic, onion, chives, parsley, and a few pantry spices that beats any store bought packet. Mix up a batch and keep it on hand to make ranch dressing, dip, or to season everything from chicken to popcorn. It’s budget-friendly, takes about 5 minutes to stir together, and makes the equivalent of several packets.
Once you make your own ranch seasoning, you will never grab those little packets again. Yes, I know they’re easy, but you can make a big batch at home and have it on hand whenever you need it.
It’s a simple, budget friendly mix of dill, garlic, onion, chives, and parsley, and leaves out all the extras. The store-bought stuff can’t say that! Plus, you control the salt.
I keep a jar of this in my pantry at all times because I use it on just about everything. Stir it into sour cream for a dip, whisk it with mayo and milk for a creamy dressing, or sprinkle it straight onto chicken, roasted veggies, or popcorn.
It is one of those homemade staples that adds a little flavor bump to everything. Two tablespoons equals one store bought packet, so it fits right into any recipe you already love.
More Homemade Seasoning Blends
- Taco Seasoning – Zesty, no fillers, great on ground beef
- Italian Seasoning – Versatile, savory, perfect for spaghetti
- Cajun Seasoning – Bold, spicy, great on chicken wings
- BBQ Seasoning – Sweet, smoky, all purpose grill master
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See recipe card for complete information on ingredients and their quantities.
Ingredient Notes
Dried Dill – The signature ranch flavor. Dried works best in a shelf stable blend, and it delivers that classic cool, bright taste.
Dried Chives – Add a mild oniony freshness that sets homemade ranch apart from the packet. Do not skip them if you can find them or swap for dried onion flakes.
Dried Parsley – Adds a background herb flavor and tons of color.
Dried Mustard – A little goes a long way. It adds a subtle tangy flavor that rounds out the whole blend.
Garlic and Onion Powder – Make sure they are powders, not granulated, so they dissolve into dips and dressings and don’t have a grainy texture.
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How To Make Ranch Seasoning
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl. Whisk or stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Transfer to an airtight jar or container and store in a cool, dry place. Shake before each use since the spices can settle.
For the full recipe and detailed instructions, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
How To Use Ranch Seasoning
For Ranch Dressing: Whisk 1 tablespoon of the seasoning with 1/3 cup mayo and 1/3 cup milk until smooth. Chill for the best flavor.
For Ranch Dip: Stir 2 tablespoons into a 16 ounce container of sour cream. Let it sit at least 30 minutes so the flavors come together.
As a Packet Swap: 2 tablespoons equals one store bought ranch packet, so use it in any recipe that calls for a packet.
As a Dry Seasoning: Sprinkle it directly onto chicken, roasted potatoes, popcorn, or fries for an instant flavor boost.
Storage
Pantry: Store in an airtight jar in a cool, dry place for up to 6 months. Whole dried herbs and spices keep their flavor longest when sealed away from heat and light. They also taste better stored in glass if you have it.
Shake Before Using: The finer powders settle to the bottom, so give the jar a good shake each time.
Make Ahead: This is made to keep on hand. Mix a big batch and you always have ranch ready to go.
Label It: Add the date and the dressing and dip ratios right on the jar so you never have to look them up.
Variations
Spicy Ranch: Add a teaspoon of cayenne or some crushed red pepper for a little heat.
Buttermilk Ranch: Use buttermilk in place of the milk, or a little powdered buttermilk, when making the dressing for extra tang.
Extra Herby: Bump up the dill and parsley for a fresher, brighter mix.
Low Sodium: Cut the salt in half and let the herbs and garlic really shine.
Ranch Everything: Toss it with roasted vegetables, sprinkle on wings, or mix into ground beef for burgers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two tablespoons of this blend equals one standard store bought ranch packet, so it swaps right into any recipe.
Whisk 1 tablespoon of seasoning with 1/3 cup mayo and 1/3 cup milk. Chill before serving for the best flavor.
Stir 2 tablespoons into 16 ounces of sour cream and let it sit at least 30 minutes so the flavors combine.
For the shelf stable seasoning blend, stick with dried so it keeps. You can add fresh dill or chives to a dip or dressing for an extra fresh boost.
Stored airtight in a cool, dry spot, it stays flavorful for up to 6 months.
Absolutely. Sprinkle it directly onto chicken, potatoes, popcorn, or veggies for instant ranch flavor without making a dip or dressing.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Use powders, not granulated garlic and onion, so the blend dissolves smoothly into dips and dressings.
- Shake the jar before each use since the finer spices settle.
- Write the dressing and dip ratios right on the jar so they are always handy.
- Let dips and dressings rest at least 30 minutes so the dried herbs rehydrate and bloom.
- Double or triple the batch since it keeps for months and you will use it constantly.
This Homemade Ranch Seasoning recipe is a crowd favorite, and has so many uses. Mix up a jar and you will always have dressing, dip, and a go to seasoning ready whenever you need it!
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Ranch Seasoning Mix Recipe
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons dried dill
- 6 tablespoons garlic powder
- 6 tablespoons onion powder
- 4 tablespoons dried chives
- 1 ½ teaspoons dried mustard
- 6 tablespoons dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 1 ½ tablespoons black pepper
Instructions
- Mix together and store in a cool, dry place.
To Use
- 1 tablespoon + 1/3 mayo + 1/3 cup milk to make the dressing.
- 2 tablespoons + 16 oz sour cream to make the dip
- 2 tablespoons = 1 store bought packet
Notes
- Use powders, not granulated garlic and onion, so the blend dissolves smoothly into dips and dressings.
- Shake the jar before each use since the finer spices settle.
- Write the dressing and dip ratios right on the jar so they are always handy.
- Let dips and dressings rest at least 30 minutes so the dried herbs rehydrate and bloom.
- Double or triple the batch since it keeps for months and you will use it constantly.
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