Vegan Ranch Dressing
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This vegan ranch dressing is as tasty and creamy as classic ranch! It’s made from scratch using vegan mayo, garlic, and herbs. Perfect for dipping and salads.
You just found your go-to healthy ranch dressing recipe!
It’s ready in just a few minutes and comes out beautifully creamy, garlicky, and herby, just like traditional ranch.
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Make sure you always have this homemade vegan ranch dressing in your fridge! With it, you’ll appreciate your veggies better, and you can even use it to elevate dishes like vegan mac and cheese and lobster rolls.
Why You’ll Love This Vegan Ranch Dressing Recipe
- If you’ve been looking for a healthy ranch dressing recipe that will hit the spot, this is it! It’s free from nuts and dairy but as creamy and tasty as the real thing!
- This vegan ranch dressing recipe uses simple ingredients likely already in your pantry. You won’t even need a blender to combine everything together.
- This non dairy ranch dressing is a great way to enjoy your fresh veggies! Use the versatile condiment on salads, sandwiches, or as a dip for healthy snacks like vegetable sticks.
Ingredients And Substitutions
Vegan mayo – This vegan homemade ranch gets its thick, creamy consistency from vegan mayo.
Unsweetened almond milk – For the perfect consistency, use any creamy plant-based milk to slightly thin out the dressing. Oat milk is another delicious option.
Apple cider vinegar – Distilled white vinegar also works for this homemade ranch recipe.
Pickle juice – Another tart ingredient to balance the indulgent mayo in our homemade dressing.
Fresh garlic, dried parsley, and dried dill – This vegan recipe also features the sharpness of garlic and lots of herbal flavors from parsley and dill. Or, if you want to create your own flavor variation, make this healthy ranch dressing recipe with sliced jalapenos or olives!
Onion powder, pink Himalayan salt, and ground black pepper– Feel free to experiment with the seasonings in your vegan ranch dressing. The best homemade ranch tastes well-rounded!
Paprika – Adds a mild heat to your homemade ranch dressing.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Make Your Own Vegan Mayo
You can make your own vegan mayo from scratch! Then, just add the remaining ingredients for this healthy ranch dressing recipe to the jar and mix until combined.
Storage Tips
Store your vegan ranch dressing in an airtight jar and refrigerate for a week or two. It is also best served after at least 4 hours in the fridge to really let the flavors meld.
Serving Suggestions
There are so many ways to use this homemade vegan ranch dressing! Pair it with Cobb salad, Vesuvio potatoes, cauliflower wings, vegan Sloppy Joes, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite crisp veggies.
Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipe FAQs
Is ranch vegan?
Classic ranch dressing is usually not vegan because it’s made with mayonnaise, buttermilk, or sour cream. However, as in this recipe, you can make a healthier ranch dressing using vegan mayo and milk.
Can you freeze vegan ranch dressing?
No. Freezing is not recommended, as the consistency of the dressing might change after thawing.
What can I replace vegan mayo with to make a healthy ranch dressing?
Raw cashews can be used as a base for vegan ranch dressing if you don’t have mayo. However, you’ll need a blender to ensure a smooth mixture.
Can you use fresh herbs for vegan ranch dressing?
Of course! Feel free to make your homemade ranch dressing recipe with fresh parsley and fresh dill.
How to thin out thick vegan ranch?
You can easily thin out your delicious ranch dressing by adding more non-dairy milk.
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Vegan Ranch Dressing
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups vegan mayo
- 1/8 to 1/3 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tsp pickle juice
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp pink Himalayan salt
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/4 tsp ground pepper
Instructions
- Add all the ingredients to a bowl.
- Mix until combined.
- For a thicker ranch dip, use 1/8 cup of non-dairy milk. For a thinner consistency, use 1/3 cup.
Notes
- You can make your own vegan mayo from scratch! Then, just add the remaining ingredients for this healthy ranch dressing recipe to the jar and mix until combined.
- Store your vegan ranch dressing in an airtight jar and refrigerate for a week or two. It is also best served after at least 4 hours in the fridge to really let the flavors meld.
- There are so many ways to use this homemade vegan ranch dressing! Pair it with Cobb salad, Vesuvio potatoes, cauliflower wings, vegan Sloppy Joes, or as a dipping sauce for your favorite crisp veggies.
Updated in June 2024 with new photos and minor recipe adjustments for improved quality. Enjoy!
