One of my self-imposed resolves as a housewife is to avoid buying anything from the store that I can make homemade. Hence my recent attempt at replicating Costco fudgsicles that looked AND tasted like mud (Thankfully my husband is still eating them and as soon as they’re gone I can try another batch!)
This homemade ranch dip is something I frequently pack in Joshua’s lunch to go with whatever veggies I have on hand. He must like it because at one point he asked for a 30% increase in the amount of dip when I pack it (my dip to veggie ratio wasn’t quite high enough).
During the winter, I make it with dried herbs, but this week I was able to make it with the fresh herbs that are now available!
I personally like to use yogurt and mayonnaise in a 1:1 ratio for the base, but any combination of yogurt, mayonnaise, or sour cream works.
This recipe is really quite versatile!
Homemade Ranch Dip or Dressing
- 1/2 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise (we like avocado oil mayonnaise)
- 1/2 tsp dried dill or approximately 1 T. minced fresh dill
- 1/2 tsp dried parsley or approximately 1 T. minced fresh parsley
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder (I have not tried it with fresh garlic yet)
- 1/4 tsp onion powder or 1 T. minced green onions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
Mix everything and refrigerate. It's best to let the flavors meld for a couple hours before serving.