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Gluten Free Ranch Dip

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If you're going on a picnic or just relaxing around the house, have some washed and cut veggies ready to go along with a tasty GLUTEN FREE homemade dip.

Gluten Free Ranch Dip

Whether you’re going on a picnic or just relaxing around the house, have some washed and cut veggies ready to go along with a tasty homemade dip. 

Hidden Valley Ranch made famous the ‘Ranch’ dip and dressing with their original buttermilk secret recipe over 50 years ago.

I may not invented but its still pretty darn yummy.

I am all about saving time and money as well as serving a delicious dish.

These are the INGREDIENTS you will need:

  • ¾ cup GF sour cream, or buttermilk/alternative for dressing
  • ¾ cup GF mayonnaise or Vegan Mayonnaise
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp dried marjoram
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried dill
  • ½ tsp cider vinegar
  • Pepper to taste

These are the INSTRUCTIONS for preparation:

  • In a bowl, whisk the mayo and the buttermilk together until smooth.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Season with pepper and additional salt to taste.
  • Refrigerate for a couple of hours to let the flavors blend.
  • Remove and serve

NOTES and more options:

To use fresh herbs:

instead, mince the herbs finely, and use 3 times as much (e.g. 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, 1 ½ teaspoons fresh marjoram and thyme).

To Make Buttermilk:

put ¾ Tbsp vinegar into measuring cup and add whole milk (or milk alternative) to bring to ¾ cup – let stand 5 minutes.

For dairy-free version: 

replace sour cream with silken tofu (blended until smooth in a blender)-For salad dressing, replace sour cream with buttermilk (or milk alternative)

Adapted from Gluten Free Club

The appetizer table is full of items to choose from.

Fruits, veggies, dippers and the dips themselves have to pass my muster.

If it isn’t delicious or present that WOW factor I am looking for, then the recipe simply won’t show up on my table again.

I am a dipper and dunker from way back.

One of my first memories of having company is the food my mother offered.

Back then warm cookies were my favorite.

If you saw a tall glass of milk, cookies rather homemade or from a package you could find me there.

As I grew up I evolved into a veggie and bread eater.

Sugar and carbs are my nemesis.

My goal now is to offer an array of items that satisfy everyone.

I have a few go to dips here on Marilyns Treats.

This one however is the most classic.

When serving a platter of colorful vegetables I like to get the best bang for my trouble.

Leaving the veggies cut into a size that is easy to grab but big enough to dunk in the dip is the best way to serve them.

And I also like to bring a twist to the offering while catching the eye of the passerby.

On this tray I put the dip into the well of my peppers. This is not only going to draw your guest to the platter but entice them to grab a bite.

It also leaves room on the table for the bowls of other dips and salads.

This Gluten Free Ranch Dip uses ingredients and spices to provide more subtle flavors than store bought options.

What could be better than homemade, inexpensive, delicious and easy?

You really need to try making your own Ranch Dip and start a new tradition!

If you're going on a picnic or just relaxing around the house, have some washed and cut veggies ready to go along with a tasty GLUTEN FREE homemade dip.

Gluten Free Ranch Dip

If you’re going on a picnic or just relaxing around the house, have some washed and cut veggies ready to go along with a tasty homemade dip. 
4.67 from 6 votes
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Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: dip, veggies
Method: NoBake
Skill Level: Basic
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 minute
Total Time: 20 minutes
Adjust Servings: 8
Calories: 60kcal
Author: Marilyn Lesniak

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup GF sour cream, or buttermilk/alternative for dressing
  • ¾ cup GF mayonnaise or Vegan Mayonnaise
  • ¾ tsp salt
  • ½ tsp onion powder
  • ¼ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp dried marjoram
  • ½ tsp dried thyme
  • ½ tsp dried dill
  • ½ tsp cider vinegar
  • Pepper to taste

Instructions

  • In a bowl, whisk the mayo and the buttermilk together until smooth.
  • Add the remaining ingredients and mix well. Season with pepper and additional salt to taste.
  • Refrigerate for a couple of hours to let the flavors blend.
  • Remove and serve

Notes

To use fresh herbs:
instead, mince the herbs finely, and use 3 times as much (e.g. 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, 1 ½ teaspoons fresh marjoram and thyme).
To Make Buttermilk:
put ¾ Tbsp vinegar into measuring cup and add whole milk (or milk alternative) to bring to ¾ cup – let stand 5 minutes.
For dairy-free version: 
replace sour cream with silken tofu (blended until smooth in a blender)-For salad dressing, replace sour cream with buttermilk (or milk alternative)
Adapted from Gluten Free Club
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Nutrition

Serving: 1TBS | Calories: 60kcal (3%) | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 0g | Fat: 6g (9%) | Saturated Fat: 0.5g (3%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 5mg (2%) | Sodium: 120mg (5%) | Potassium: 0mg | Fiber: 0g | Sugar: 0.5g (1%) | Vitamin A: 0IU | Vitamin C: 0mg | Calcium: 0mg | Iron: 0mg
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  4. blankRachelle says

    This looks delish and very pretty with all of the fresh veggies platted up.
    I think I’m going to try it first with the sour cream and then the silken tofu!

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  5. blankCarol says

    The gluten free ranch dip…..delicious
    Took to a get together and put the dip in the colored peppers as done in picture…….a big hit!

    Also did the spinach dip, yummy!

    Thanks for sharing recipes with us.

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    • blankMarilyn says

      I amn so excited you liked it Carol!! I bet it was opretty in the peppers. I love the spinach dip too. Thanks for coming and letting me know how it turned out! Have a wonderful day.

      Reply

  9. blankClaire says

    This looks delicious. I love how you used the peppers as dressing holders, great idea 🙂 Love pepper’s and dips here. Thanks for sharing at The Weekend Blog Hop #Weekendbloghop

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  11. blankJulie says

    So many people have allergies or food intolerances so its great to have recipes like this for parties so people can relax and enjoy all the food. I love how you’ve served this in the peppers, I’m definitely stealing THAT idea!

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    • blankMarilyn says

      Thank you Julie. it is hard to entertain and still keep to all the different diet restrictions. And go ahead and steal the idea. I did! Fruits and veggies are great with the “extras” put right in them.

      Reply

  14. blankMia White says

    Firstly, who would have ever guessed there’d be GLUTEN in ranch? Lame. My son is gluten-free, so hanks for the recipe! Moreover, I LOVE how you’ve used the hollowed out peppers to hold the dip! Brilliant!

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    • blankMarilyn says

      Thanks Mia. I guess the substitutes here are in the mayo and sour cream. I have no idea what make those gluten but heh. I am glad you like the recipe. The presentation wasn’t an original, but I will gladly take the kudos! LOL. Have a great week.

      Reply

  17. blankLeslie says

    My oldest LOVES ranch dip with her veggies, but there’s so much nasty stuff in it. Thanks for sharing a great alternative and thanks so much for sharing at the #happynowlinkup!

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    • blankMarilyn says

      You are welcome Leslie. It seems as time goes by all the additives and preservatives in foods are really doing me in. I know others feel it too. Have a wonderful week.

      Reply

  18. blankJann+Olson says

    Good to know that those who need to eat gluten free can still enjoy ranch!
    Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  21. blankangie says

    we love ranch dip and veggies, love how you presented your dish as well. I have friends that have to live on gluten free diets happy to see they can have this as well

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    • blankMarilyn says

      Being diabetic is hard enough. I can’t imagine having gluten restrictions, too. Thanks Angie! Have a great week.

      Reply

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