Skip the packet and use homemade dairy free ranch seasoning instead! Not only is it a dairy free option, but it is also super easy to make and comes together in less than five minutes. It has all the ranch flavors you love without the typical buttermilk powder found in most ranch seasonings.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ingredients Easy To Pronounce
- Cheaper Than Store Bought
- Gluten Free, Dairy Free, and Low FODMAP
Featured Ingredients
- Dried Dill - A signature flavor for ranch dressing.
- Freeze Dried Chives - Perfect onion flavor and works for low FODMAP diet too.
- Dried Oregano Leaves - Adds a bit of earthy flavor.
- Dried Parsley Flakes - Another classic ranch flavor.
- Kosher Salt - Needed to bring out all the flavors!
See the recipe card for the exact measurements and complete instructions. Selected ingredients are based on guidance on current serving sizes measured by the Monash University Food App and FODMAP Friendly App at the time of publishing. As always, follow your gut and modify as needed.
Step-By-Step Instructions
One and Only Step: Measure the spices into an airtight container like a small mason jar and shake.
Use a funnel for a less messy option. Cover, give it a good shake, and store it in a spice cabinet.
Tips and Tricks
Double or triple the recipe to have dry ranch seasoning on hand when it is called for in a recipe like low FODMAP taco soup!
Use a clean coffee grinder or a small food processor to chop the spices into a fine mix.
When was the last time you replaced your spices? If the flavor is lacking, it could be from old spices. It is important to know that spices do not expire over time; they just start to lose flavor and become less potent. Replace spices once a year for the best results!
Reader Love
"I love the flavor of this mix. I made it to use in the Taco Soup, which was amazing!! I made a double batch of the seasoning mix since I knew I would want to use this again."
- Suzi A
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Recipes That Use Ranch Seasoning Mix
- Low FODMAP Mexican Lasagna - Brings a great flavor to this layered lasagna dish.
- Low FODMAP Taco Soup - Such a great way to flavor this slow cooker soup.
- Mississippi Pot Roast - Shredded pot roast flavored with pepperoncinis and butter. It is not your Grandma's pot roast!
- Mexi-Ranch Dressing - A delicious topping for quesadilla burgers or a taco salad.
Storing
Store: Keep the seasoning mix in a sealed spice jar in a cool, dry cupboard. Add a label because labels solve mysteries! The seasoning mix will last up to a year. Use recently opened spices for best results.
FAQs
Yes! The key is to use a vegan mayonnaise-like the Primal Kitchen brand, and a plant-based sour cream if using the seasoning mix to make a vegan ranch dip or vegan ranch dressing.
Yes! If you live in a humid environment, keep the seasoning mix in the freezer. This will keep moisture away from it. However, most spices will be just fine in a spice cabinet in a dry, cool area.
Meal Planning
This seasoning mix into ranch dip or mexi-ranch dressing, it can also be used in any recipe calling for ranch seasoning. It is also delicious sprinkled over oven roasted potatoes with garlic oil.
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Leave a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ rating + comment. It helps so much, and we love hearing from everyone! Thank You -Venessa
Recipe
Dairy Free Ranch Seasoning
Ingredients
To Make Dry Seasoning Mix:
- 1 tablespoon dried dill
- 2 teaspoons freeze-dried chives
- 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
To Make Into Dressing:
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ¾ cup dairy free sour cream
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon green onions chopped
- unsweeteend almond milk to thin
Instructions
Instructions To Make Dry Seasoning Mix:
- Measure the spices and add them to an airtight container. Cover and shake until combined. For a less messy option, use a funnel.
Instructions To Make Ranch Dressing:
- Add mayonnaise, dairy free sour cream, lemon juice and green onions to a bowl. Stir. Add 1 teaspoon of unsweetened almond milk at a time until mixture is pourable.
Suzi A says
I love the flavor of this mix. I made it to use in the Taco Soup, which was amazing!! I made a double batch of the seasoning mix since I knew I would want to use this again.
My question is, now that I have all this dry mix made up, how much of the mix would I need to use to make it up as a dip and or a dressing. To add to that question, how much sour cream and low fodmap mayo would I need to use? I do know that I would need to add some lactose free milk to turn it into a dressing.
Thank you for your recipe and any answers.
Venessa says
Yay I am so glad you love this ranch seasoning mix! We do too. It is a must have in our spice cabinet. Thank you for taking the time to let me know.
I honestly usually only keep the ranch seasoning mix to use in recipes like taco soup and use my low FODMAP ranch dressing for dips and as ranch dressing. However, I would be comfortable saying to use two tablespoons of this seasoning mix with 3/4 cup mayo and 3/4 cup lactose free sour cream. Then I would thin it out with some fresh lemon juice to get that tang flavor. But if you didn't have lemon juice, I would use a unsweetened almond milk as another option. Thin more for dressing and less for a dip. And if you had any green onions around, I would add some chopped green onion tops just to add some freshness to the dressing/dip. I would also recommend letting the dressing sit and soak for a bit. Let all those dried herbs soften and release their flavors!
Happy low FODMAP ranch dressing/dips/seasoning mix time! I see delicious ranch flavors in your future!
-Venessa
Susan says
This has become my go to recipe for dip and dressing! I do utilize unsweetened coconut milk to turn it into a dressing. So glad to find recipes out there that make food enjoyable since being diagnosed with IBS!
Venessa Mandelkow says
Hi Susan! I am so happy that this ranch seasoning mix works for you. Thanks for taking the time to let me know. I appreciate it so much! - Venessa