Goal

Learn the rich, herby, mayo-and-buttermilk classic — the go-to creamy dressing.

A rich, herby, mayo-and-buttermilk classic — the go-to creamy dressing.

Makes about 6 servings

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup buttermilk
• ¼ cup sour cream
• 1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh chives, chopped
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ¼ tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Steps

1. Combine the creamy base — Whisk mayonnaise, buttermilk, and sour cream until completely smooth.
2. Add herbs and seasoning — Stir in dill, chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Chill before serving — Refrigerate at least 30 minutes — ranch genuinely tastes better once the flavors meld.

Tip: No buttermilk? Stir 1½ tsp lemon juice or white vinegar into ½ cup regular milk and let sit 5 minutes.