Ranch seasoning is one of those pantry staples that shows up in everything from dips to casseroles. Most people grab the little packets from the store, but it’s incredibly easy to make your own ranch seasoning mix at home using simple spices you probably already have in your kitchen.

This homemade ranch seasoning mix has the same savory, herby flavor people love, and it only takes a few minutes to mix together. It’s perfect for ranch dip, salad dressing, roasted vegetables, or seasoning chicken and potatoes. Once you try this easy pantry version, you may never need the packet again.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix

This easy homemade ranch seasoning mix is made with simple pantry spices and herbs. It’s perfect for making ranch dip, ranch dressing, or seasoning vegetables, chicken, and potatoes.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Course: Seasoning mix

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

1 Tbsp dried parsley
1 tsp dried dill
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp dried chives (optional)
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp pepper
1 Tbsp powdered buttermilk (optional) For dip flavor

Method

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
Stir well until evenly mixed.
Store the seasoning mix in an airtight container.
To make ranch dip:
Mix 1 tablespoon seasoning mix with1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt.
To make ranch dressing:
Mix 1 tablespoon seasoning mix with½ cup mayonnaise and½ cup milk or buttermilk.

Notes

Servings: about 3 tablespoons (roughly 1 packet equivalent)

If you like making pantry mixes at home, you might also enjoy my Homemade Taco Seasoning, Fajita Seasoning, and Copycat Manwich-Style Sloppy Joes.

Ranch dressing became one of America’s most popular condiments after it was first developed in the 1950s at Hidden Valley Ranch in California. Today it remains one of the most widely used dressings and seasoning flavors in the United States.

Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix (No Packet Needed)