Fresh Herby Ranch Dressing

Recipe 9 of My 100 Recipe Project

There are certain staples that quietly become part of everyday life.

This is one of those.

Lately, I’ve been trying to keep a few things in the fridge that make everything else feel a little more put together. Cut vegetables, fresh fruit, something warm on the stove… and a good homemade dressing.

Something you can drizzle, dip, or spoon onto almost anything.

Store-bought ranch has its place.

But this version, fresh, herby, a little tangy, feels like an upgrade in the simplest way.

This is the kind of recipe I make at the beginning of the week so something good is always within reach.

Recipe: Fresh Herby Ranch Dressing

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise

• ½ cup sour cream

• ⅓–½ cup buttermilk (depending on how thin you like it)

• 2 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced or grated (I like grated)

• 1–2 tsp lemon juice or white vinegar

• ½ tsp salt (more to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. In a medium bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, and buttermilk until smooth.

2. Stir in the chives, dill, and garlic.

3. Add lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

4. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

5. Refrigerate for at least 20–30 minutes before serving to let the flavors come together.

Notes from My Kitchen

• Fresh herbs make all the difference here—don’t skip them.

• If you like a thinner dressing, add a little more buttermilk.

• This keeps well in the fridge for a few days and somehow gets better overnight.

Serving / Hosting Touch

Serve this with:

• a simple platter of fresh vegetables

• grilled chicken or salmon

• or drizzled over a big, crisp salad

Recipe #9 of My 100 Recipe Project

From My Franklin Kitchen,

Alexis