Vegan Creamy Ranch Dressing 🌱🥗
When I first transitioned to a vegan lifestyle, I had to discover how to create the sauces and dressings my kids and I loved since there weren’t many good store-bought vegan options at the time. This Vegan Creamy Ranch Dressing is not only delicious but also easy to make and budget-friendly.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup of plant-based milk (e.g., almond, soy)
- 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice
- 1 cup of vegan mayo
- Seasonings: garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill, salt, black pepper, and a small splash of dill pickle juice
Instructions:
- Create Vegan Buttermilk:
- In a bowl, combine 1 cup of plant-based milk with 1 tablespoon of apple cider vinegar or lemon juice.
- Let it sit for about 10 minutes or until you notice it curdling. This creates your vegan “buttermilk.”
- Make the Base Ranch:
- In a separate bowl, mix 1 cup of vegan mayo with the vegan “buttermilk” you just created.
- Season to Taste:
- Add the following seasonings to your liking: garlic powder, onion powder, dried parsley, dried dill, salt, black pepper, and a small splash of dill pickle juice.
- Start with smaller amounts and adjust the seasonings to achieve your desired flavor. You can always add more if needed.
- Customize Your Ranch:
- This is your base classic ranch dressing. From here, you can get creative! Turn it into Buffalo ranch by adding hot sauce, make it spicy with sriracha, add smokiness with chipotle, or create a refreshing cucumber ranch.
- For a thicker dip similar to Helluva, you can incorporate more vegan mayo or even some vegan sour cream.
- Mix well to ensure all the flavors are nicely combined.
Now you have a delectable Vegan Creamy Ranch Dressing that you and your family will love. It’s versatile and perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling on your favorite dishes! 🌱🥗🍽️