Keto Ranch Dressing

Enjoy the classic, tangy flavor of ranch with a rich, creamy texture—perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling. This low-carb version comes together in minutes and is free of added sugars and preservatives.

Yield: About 1 ½ cups
Prep Time: 5 minutes + 30 minutes to chill

Ingredients

¾ cup mayonnaise (full-fat preferred)

¾ cup full-fat sour cream

½ teaspoon dried chives

½ teaspoon dried parsley

½ teaspoon dried dill weed (optional; omit for a more traditional buttermilk-style ranch)

½ teaspoon garlic powder

¼ teaspoon onion powder

⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt, or to taste

⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste

To thin for dressing (optional):

1-3 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk

Instructions:

Combine: In a medium bowl, add the mayonnaise and sour cream. Whisk until smooth and fully combined.

Season: Add the dried chives, parsley, dill weed (if using), garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously until all herbs and spices are evenly distributed throughout the creamy base.

Chill: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or transfer the dressing to an airtight jar. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This resting time allows the dried herbs to soften and the flavors to meld perfectly.

Adjust Consistency (Optional): For a pourable salad dressing, whisk in unsweetened almond or coconut milk, one tablespoon at a time, until your desired consistency is reached.

Store: Keep refrigerated in a sealed container for up to 1 week. Stir before each use.

Tips & Variations
For Fresh Herbs: Substitute 1 tablespoon each of finely chopped fresh chives, parsley, and dill for the dried herbs.

Add Zest: A squeeze of fresh lemon juice (about 1 teaspoon) can brighten the flavors.

Make it a Dip: For a thicker vegetable dip, use the recipe as written without thinning. For extra body, add an extra 2 tablespoons of sour cream.

Creamier Base: For a richer flavor, you can substitute the sour cream with full-fat Greek yogurt or a combination of both.

Nutrition | Per Serving (2 tablespoons):

Calories: 122

Fat: 13g

Protein: 1g

Total Carbohydrates: 1g

Sodium: 122mg