Where are my ranch lovers at?! (Hands raised and waving wildly here.)
The other day I was wondering when and where and why and how ranch dressing became a “thing” so I turned to the most trusted source on the internet – Wikipedia – to find out. That’s a joke, but actually…I did start there. Anyway, the story begins with an Alaskan dude ranch in the 50s and concludes with a University of Iowa student in the present day. Because of COURSE.
We need to edit the Wiki article to add that America’s favorite salad dressing is not only super simple to make at home, but it’s gluten free and easily made vegan too!
Watch How to Make It!
Homemade Gluten Free Ranch Dressing
Like most homemade salad dressings and vegetable dips, making ranch dressing is easier that you’d ever think. Combine fridge and spice cupboard staples – including mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, milk, herbs, and spices – into a bowl then whisk it up. Incredibly simple and so, so much better than store bought ranch dressing. Yes, even Hidden Valley. Start eating my homemade ranch dressing and the bottled stuff will start tasting like chemicals!
Make it Vegan
I make my gluten free ranch dressing vegan because 2/3 of my kids have, or have had, food allergies including eggs and milk. To make this recipe vegan, use vegan mayonnaise (I like Hellman’s) and dairy-free milk – I use unsweetened almond milk. That’s it!
What to Dunk into Homemade Ranch Dressing
Not only is gluten free ranch dressing one of the easiest things you can whip up in just a couple of minutes at home, but I cannot TELL you how tasty it is with the following:
- Homemade fries
- Tater tots
- Pizza
- Carrots
- Snap Peas
- Sweet peppers
- Salads
- Wraps
- Chicken
- Burgers
Whisk this recipe up, stash it in the fridge, then utilize often. Let’s do it!
How to Make Gluten Free Ranch Dressing
To a medium sized bowl add mayonnaise, milk (any kind, I use unsweetened almond milk,) apple cider vinegar, dried parsley flakes, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, plus salt and pepper to taste, then whisk to combine.
I have made this recipe using everything from regular mayo to Hellman’s vegan mayo, and have also made this ranch with Earth Balance Vegan Mayonnaise.
FYI: I have not tested this recipe with Greek yogurt or sour cream or anything other then vegan mayo.
That’s all she wrote! Pour the dressing into a jar with a tight fitting lid, or container, then keep in the refrigerator for all your ranch-related needs for 1-2 weeks. I hope you love this tasty homemade ranch dressing recipe as much we do – enjoy!
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Gluten Free Ranch Dressing (Vegan Friendly)
Description
Gluten Free Ranch Dressing is made with fridge and pantry staples, and is easily made vegan. This is a must-have dip and dressing recipe for ranch-lovers!
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise (I use vegan mayo)
- 6 Tablespoons milk (I use unsweetened almond milk)
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- salt and pepper
Directions
- Add all ingredients into a bowl then whisk until smooth. Add more milk to thin dressing out if desired. Store in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks.
This recipe is courtesy of Iowa Girl Eats, http://iowagirleats.com.
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Love this. I use my homemade mayo and cashew milk to make it Whole 30 compliant (gluten, dairy, sugar, soy free)
Thank you so much. Newly diagnosed Hashimoto’s disease and I think this is going to be a huge help.
Tater tots
This is the BEST ranch recipe I’ve ever tried – and I’ve tried more than I should probably admit.
I just made this and I will make this anytime I want Ranch Dressing!
I am SO CURIOUS as to WHERE in Iowa❤️ you are located!
Any chance you think Greek Yogurt could be substituted for the mayo?
I personally don’t enjoy the flavor when swapping mayo for Greek yogurt (too tangy) but if you try it I might omit the vinegar.
Sir Kensington’s is my favorite!! My Hy-Vee’s all carry it, and Natural Grocers too. It’s in the refrigerated section vs on the shelf!
My daughter can’t have onion or garlic, would it be ok without it or any subs you can think to replace it?
Hi Cherie! Can she have shallots? I might add a Tablespoon of minced shallot if so. If not, I might just add a bit more herbs to flavor it up! :)
Woo Hoo! I just found your recipe by accident and it’s my new ranch dressing! So yummy! Thanks so much for sharing!
Yay! So glad you found your way over – enjoy!! :)
Girl! This ranch is the Bomb.com! I had original, not unsweetened, coconut milk (allergic to almond) and it still is delicious. Thank you! I love ranch and I’ve been searching for a recipe without dairy for over a year. I’m eating it with veggies now. Can’t wait to make a salad tonight. :)
You had me at Xennial, lol.
This is the best homemade ranch I’ve ever had. I love it! I used vegenaise and unsweetened almond milk. It turned out delicious! It was so nice to not have to chop fresh herbs or use an immersion blender like other recipes I’ve tried. Thank you for the recipe!
I’ve been trying homemade Ranch recipes for weeks. This is by far the easiest and tastiest. So, so good.
I can’t wait to make this! i’m obsessed with Tessamae’s Ranch after having several years of no ranch in my life, which was just too sad. excited to try to make it at home :)
We’ve been using Just Mayo, which is also eggless and gluten free. If you want to clean up your recipe even more (the mayos have preservatives and natural flavors and and) you could try making your own aquafaba mayo. https://www.seriouseats.com/recipes/2016/03/easy-vegan-mayo-aquafaba-recipe-vegan-experience.html
Great ranch recipe!
And, too funny ranch video of University of Iowa student. LOL
Where did you buy the Hellman’s Vegan Mayo? Dying to find it!
In August I found out I am sensitive to gluten, dairy, eggs,…(there’s more) & your blog is a lifesaver!!!
Never mind! Found it at Target!
Oh good! That’s exactly where I found it too! ;)
Yeeessss!!!! Thank you. I also ranched it up so much in college but now try to eat cleaner and dairy and gluten are not my friends. :)
Oh good, I’m glad I’m not alone, AND that this recipe might work for ya! ;)
I know an even simpler recipe:
4 cloves of garlic
3 green onions
2 tbsps lemon juice
1 pinch of Celtic sea salt
1 cup homemade Mayo or Mayo of choice