
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!
Gluten Free Ranch Dip
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
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That looks so good, Marilyn. I’ve featured it at TFT. 🙂
Thank you Pam for the feature!! Happy New Year!
Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party! Hope you have a fantastic week and we see you at the next party!
Thank you Helen for the weekly party. Have a great week!
Cute idea to have the dip in the peppers!
Thanks Alexandra! Love using fruit as the bowl. Pineapples work wekk with and apples work well with a beverage. Enjoy your week and stay safe!
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!
Sounds delish Rachelle! Please let me know the outcome! Hugz
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.
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.
Thank you for sharing on the Whisk It Wednesday Link Party! Have a wonderful week! Carrie @ Carrie’s Home Cooking
You are welcome Carrie. I wouldnt miss your party. Have a great week!
Delicious! My kids were Ranch Dip fiends when they were growing up – thanks for sharing with Party in Your PJs!
Ranch is good with so many foods!! My granddaughter eats it with her fingers. https://api.readyshop.com/wp/download
This is a great recipe to have on hand. Thanks for sharing in our link party!
Thanks Sheri. Ranch dip i such a classic recipe. Have a great week.
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
Thank you so much Claire! I am glad you like the dip. Have a great week!
I never knew ranch dressing had gluten in it! Awesome recipe! Thanks for sharing at Friday Frenzy! Pinned 🙂
You are welcome Kelly. Have a great week.
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!
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.
I LOVE homemade ranch–it’s so much better than store bought!
I totally agree Laura!!
We LOVE homemade ranch! There is really nothing like it!
Thanks for linking up with #LiveLifeWell!!
Blesisngs,
Amy
It is so easy to prepare and so much better than the bottled! Have a great week!
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!
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.
I cannot stand storebought Ranch, homemade is a completely different story though. Awesome recipe.
Thank you Elise! I like homemade items so much better. Have a wonderful week.
Hi Marilyn! This looks like a great recipe. I love ranch dressing! Thanks for sharing it on Foodie Friday!
You are welcome Julie! Good to hear. Have a wonderful week.
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!
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.
Good to know that those who need to eat gluten free can still enjoy ranch!
Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
Ranch dressing is such a huge staple in so many recipes. I was glad to find this one. Have a wonderful week.
Love this! Thanks for sharing this with us at the Homestead Blog Hop!
You are welcome Ann! Have a great week!
so pretty and yummy!
Thanks Sue. It is a great appetizer for any gathering. 765113
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
Being diabetic is hard enough. I can’t imagine having gluten restrictions, too. Thanks Angie! Have a great week.
I love how you presented it in the bell pepper!
Thank you!! One less dish to wash. LOL.have a good week.
I love ranch dressing. I wonder if I’d pull this off!
Easy Peasy Dara. You will love it! Have a great week.
Hi Marilyn, I love ranch dip and yours looks so good.
Thanks for sharing at Cooking and Crafting with J&J.
Enjoy the week.
Julie
Thank you so much Julie. I am glad the dip appeals to you! Have a great week.
My grandkids love Ranch Dip, Marilyn and will love this homemade version.
I hope they enjoy it! Have a great week!
Isn’t sour cream naturally gluten free?? And your spread looks fantastic! Thanks for sharing at the What’s for Dinner party – and have an awesome week!
I think it is Helen. Shamefully I added it to the title to get the clicks. LOL! Have a great week!
I love using the bell pepper for a serving dish! Pinning!
Thank you Kristin! I love unusual presentations. Have a great week!
serving dip inside of a bell pepper is such a cute idea!!!
Thank you Robin. I am happy you like the presentation. Have a great week!
I’ve been looking for a gluten free dip recipe like this! Definitely gonna try it! Thanks Marilyn!
Thnis Jake. I hope you enjoy it. Have a great week!
Great standard dip and I love it thanks for posting
Marilyn P
You are welcome!