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A good DIY ranch seasoning should be herb-forward, savory, and perfectly balanced with just enough salt and garlic to make everything from homemade buttermilk ranch dressing to roasted vegetables taste incredible.
This blend is bright from dried parsley and dill, savory from onion and garlic, and finished with a touch of sea salt to round it all out. It is shelf-stable, easy to mix in minutes, and far better than the packets at the store.
Love the idea of filling your pantry with homemade seasoning blends? Check out my other recipes for spicy (or not) DIY taco seasoning and aromatic DIY Italian seasoning.
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If you are looking for a from-scratch pantry staple that saves money and skips unnecessary additives, this DIY ranch seasoning is going to become a regular in your kitchen.
A full ingredients list, including measurements, can be found in the recipe card below.
Step 1: Combine all of the herbs and spices in a medium bowl.
Step 2: Stir thoroughly until evenly blended.
Step 3: Transfer the mix into a clean, dry jar. Pro tip: Use a funnel to reduce waste.
Store your DIY ranch seasoning mix in an airtight jar in a cool, dark pantry. Properly stored, it will maintain peak flavor for up to one year. Keep moisture out of the jar and always use a dry spoon when scooping.
If you notice fading aroma or color, it is time to make a fresh batch. Thankfully, it only takes five minutes.
What can I use if I don’t have ranch seasoning?
You can quickly mix dried parsley, dill, chives, onion powder, garlic, and salt to make a simple homemade substitute that tastes even better than the packet.
What are the ingredients in a ranch seasoning packet?
Most ranch seasoning packets contain dried herbs like parsley and dill along with onion, garlic, salt, sugar, and additives or anti-caking agents.
Is ranch dressing just ranch seasoning and mayo?
Not quite, traditional ranch dressing is made with ranch seasoning plus mayonnaise and milk or buttermilk for that classic creamy texture and tang.
This post was originally a guest post by Andrea from Artisan in the Woods and has been updated with new links and improved step-by-step instructions.
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Melissa Norris
Skip the store-bought packets and make your own DIY ranch seasoning mix at home. This easy homemade blend uses simple pantry herbs like parsley, dill, and chives for the classic ranch flavor you love. Perfect for dips, dressings, roasted potatoes, chicken, and more. Once you try this from-scratch ranch mix, you’ll never go back to the packet!
Course Ingredient
Cuisine American
Servings 16 Servings
Calories 5 kcal
Measuring Utensils
Mixing Bowl
Combine all of the herbs and spices in a bowl.
Transfer the mix into a jar. Pro-Tip: Use a funnel to cut down on waste.
Close the jar, tie on a tag, and it’s ready to go.
Serving Suggestions:
This seasoning blend is incredibly versatile. Here are some of our favorite ways to use it:
Recipe Tips:
Storage Instructions:
Store your diy ranch seasoning mix in an airtight jar in a cool, dark pantry. Properly stored, it will maintain peak flavor for up to one year. Keep moisture out of the jar and always use a dry spoon when scooping.
If you notice fading aroma or color, it is time to make a fresh batch. Thankfully, it only takes five minutes.
Calories: 5kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 0.2gFat: 0.02gSaturated Fat: 0.01gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.004gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.01gSodium: 147mgPotassium: 22mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.1gVitamin A: 119IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 0.1mg
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Melissa K. Norris inspires people's faith and pioneer roots with her books, podcast, and blog. Melissa lives with her husband and two children in their own little house in the big woods in the foothills of the North Cascade Mountains. When she's not wrangling chickens and cattle, you can find her stuffing Mason jars with homegrown food and playing with flour and sugar in the kitchen.
