Jalapeño Ranch Dressing Recipe
A creamy and zesty Jalapeño Ranch Dressing that combines the classic flavors of ranch with a spicy kick from jalapeños and fresh cilantro. Perfect for salads, dips, or as a flavorful topping for your favorite dishes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes (including chilling)
- Yield: About 2 cups 1x
- Category: Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Flavor Ingredients
- 1/2 cup prepared salsa verde
- 1/4 cup jarred jalapeños with juice
- 1 lime (juice of)
- 1 bunch cilantro (about 1–1.5 cups)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add the mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, sour cream, buttermilk, salsa verde, jarred jalapeños with juice, lime juice, and cilantro into a blender or food processor.
- Blend Until Smooth: Blend on the highest setting until the dressing is completely smooth and well combined, ensuring all the flavors meld together perfectly.
- Chill: Transfer the dressing to a container and chill it in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop fully.
- Store: Keep the dressing refrigerated and use within 1 week for the best freshness and taste.
Notes
- Adjust jalapeño quantity to control the spice level according to your preference.
- Use fresh lime juice for a brighter flavor.
- If the dressing is too thick, thin it with a little more buttermilk or milk.
- Great as a salad dressing, dip for veggies, or sauce for grilled meats.
- Ensure the blender or food processor blade is sharp for smooth consistency.
- Can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge.
Keywords: jalapeño ranch dressing, spicy ranch, creamy dressing, cilantro ranch, salsa verde dressing, jalapeño sauce
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