Cool, creamy, and full of savory herb flavor, this homemade ranch dip combines tangy sour cream, rich mayonnaise, and buttermilk. Perfect for fresh vegetables, crackers, or crispy chips.
- Yield
- 8 – 10
Ingredients
- 1 cup sour cream
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, optional
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice or white vinegar
Method
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the sour cream, buttermilk, and mayonnaise.
- Whisk until smooth, creamy, and evenly blended.
- Add the dried dill, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Stir thoroughly to distribute the herbs and seasonings throughout the dip.
- Add the Worcestershire sauce, if using, and the lemon juice or white vinegar. Mix until fully incorporated.
- Taste and adjust the salt or black pepper as needed.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
- Stir gently before serving. Transfer to a serving bowl and serve chilled with fresh vegetables, crackers, or chips.
Kitchen notes
For a thicker dip that clings better to vegetable sticks, start with slightly less buttermilk and add the remaining amount gradually until you reach your preferred consistency.







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