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Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing Recipe

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A fresh and zesty Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing that combines creamy sour cream and mayonnaise with vibrant herbs and tangy lime juice. Perfect as a dip or salad dressing, this quick and easy recipe takes just 5 minutes to prepare and yields a delicious homemade dressing with bright, herb-forward flavors.

  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings

Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients

  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • ¼ to ½ cup milk (use as needed to thin the dressing)
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
  • ¼ cup fresh dill (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 medium lime)

Instructions

  1. Combine the Ingredients: Add sour cream, mayonnaise, fresh cilantro, parsley, dill, onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and lime juice into a food processor or blender. Start with ¼ cup of milk to aid blending.
  2. Blend the Dressing: Pulse or blend the ingredients until the dressing is smooth and well combined, with no large herb pieces remaining, resulting in a creamy and herbaceous mixture.
  3. Adjust Consistency and Taste: Check the dressing’s thickness and add more milk as needed to achieve a pourable consistency. Taste and adjust seasoning by adding more salt or herbs if desired.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs for the best flavor, but dried herbs can be substituted if needed.
  • Adjust the amount of milk based on your preferred dressing thickness.
  • Store the dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Great as a salad dressing, dip for vegetables, or topping for grilled meats and tacos.
  • For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a dash of hot sauce.
  • Author: Madelynn
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dressing
  • Method: Blending
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free