Creamy Ranch Dressing with a Hint of Garlic and Onion Powder
This creamy ranch dressing is the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and herbaceous. It's made with a base of mayonnaise, sour cream, and Greek yogurt, and flavored with fresh chives, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. The result is a dressing that's both rich and refreshing, and it's perfect for dipping vegetables, chips, or chicken wings.
Ranch dressing is a classic American condiment that's beloved for its creamy, tangy flavor. It's typically made with a base of mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk, and flavored with herbs and spices. Buttermilk gives ranch dressing its characteristic tangy flavor, but it can also make the dressing thin and watery. This recipe uses plain Greek yogurt instead of buttermilk, which gives the dressing a thicker, creamier texture without sacrificing any of the tang. The addition of fresh chives and parsley adds a bright, herbaceous flavor to the dressing, and the garlic powder and onion powder add a savory depth of flavor.
Creamy Ranch Dressing with a Hint of Garlic and Onion Powder Creamy Ranch Dressing with a Hint of Garlic and Onion Powder Creamy Ranch Dressing with a Hint of Garlic and Onion Powder Creamy Ranch Dressing with a Hint of Garlic and Onion Powder
Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
  1. Combine mayonnaise, sour cream, Greek yogurt, chives, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice in a medium bowl.
  2. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  4. Serve as a dip for vegetables, chips, or chicken wings.
Why It Works
  • The combination of mayonnaise, sour cream, and Greek yogurt creates a rich, creamy base for the dressing.
  • The fresh chives and parsley add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the dressing.
  • The garlic powder and onion powder add a savory depth of flavor to the dressing.
  • The lemon juice adds a touch of brightness and acidity to the dressing.
  • Chilling the dressing for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop.