Ranch Seasoning Mix
If you love ranch seasoning, this is the recipe for you! This ranch seasoning mix is vegan, keto, and Whole30 compliant, made with simple herbs and spices you probably already have in your pantry!
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Recipe
I really like making my own spice blends (just check out my taco seasoning!). So many of the store-bought ones have fillers or added sugar, and that’s just not necessary.
Homemade spice blends are budget friendly, because they’re cheaper than store bought ones, even when I buy higher quality spices to use! And did I mention that homemade spices like this ranch seasoning are absolutely delicious?
We love ranch anything at our house. Buffalo ranch chicken & cauliflower casserole is on regular rotation. I also can’t turn down a ranch dip with some chips and veggies. If you require a packet of ranch seasoning, this homemade recipe is easy to mix up instead — and so much better for you!
You may also like: Fajita Seasoning, Homemade Buffalo Sauce
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
You are going to love making your own homemade ranch seasoning!
- You can use this dry ranch mix to flavor dishes or use it to make your own dressings and dips.
- It’s just like the ones you can buy, only better for you.
- It is simple to make with dried herbs and stuff you have in your pantry already.
Ingredients
I’m assuming you have most of these simple ingredients in your pantry already, and that’s only part of what makes this spice mix recipe so great! They also gives this dry ranch seasoning such a natural flavor! If you’re low on spices, they’re available at most grocers like Walmart or Aldi. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Parsley
- Onion flakes — You can also use onion powder instead.
- Dried chives
- Garlic powder
- Dill
- Sea salt or kosher salt
- Optional ingredients: black pepper, dried lemon or chili powder
How to Make Ranch Seasoning
Making your own spice blends at home is much easier than you might think! To make ranch seasoning, you can mix it all together in a mason jar and use it as-is, or you can pulse it a few times in a blender to make it into a powder, which is my preferred method. Your choice!
To make it a smooth powder, simply add all the ingredients to a small blender cup or food processor, then pulse the spices together until they’re broken down and uniform.
How to Store Spice Blends
Like all spices, store ranch seasoning, in an airtight container at room temperature. Spices are shelf stable for about 4 years, but I try to use them within a year for best taste. Always do a smell test — if it smells off, toss it.
Homemade spice blends are made without anti-caking additives, like silicon dioxide, so over time they may get a bit clumpy. Just give the spice blend a good stir before you use it.
Expert Tips
Here are some tips and tricks for making this pantry staple recipe:
- Once the mixture is blended, wait about a minute before you open the blender lid. This will allow the powder to settle.
- Experiment with adding dried lemon zest or chili powder for extra flavor.
- Always shake up homemade seasonings before using them to redistribute the ingredients and flavors.
Quick Ranch Dip & Salad Dressing
You can make a ranch dip for an appetizer by combining 2 tablespoons of the mix with 1 cup sour cream or greek yogurt. Cover and let it sit in the refrigerator for at least an hour.
Love the taste of ranch dressing, but want it to be cleaner and homemade? Check out this recipe for homemade ranch dressing! It uses sour cream, milk and mayonnaise to make the creamiest dressing ever.
Recipes that use Ranch Seasoning Mix
Homemade ranch seasoning mix is absolutely wonderful in all sorts of recipes! Some of my favorites?
- Ranch Potato Wedges
- Chicken Bacon & Ranch Spaghetti Squash (pictured above)
- Slow Cooker Ranch Pot Roast (also pictured above!)
- Mississippi Chicken
You can also use ranch seasoning to season grilled or slow cooker chicken, fish, or pork, or to sprinkle on top of a scrambled egg. The possibilities are endless!
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Ranch Seasoning Mix
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoon Dried Parsley
- 2 Tablespoon Dried Chives
- 1.5 Tablespoon Onion Flakes
- 1.5 Tablespoon Dried Dill
- 1 Tablespoon Pink Sea Salt if substituting table salt, use ~3/4 tbsp
- 2 teaspoons Garlic Powder
- 1/2 teaspoons Dried Lemon or Chili Powder both optional
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Instructions
- Add all the seasonings to a small dish or jar. Mix well.
- Add all the ingredients to a blender and pulse until the mixture is broken down into a powder.
- Store in an airtight container until you're ready to use it!
