I’ve been following the 21 day fix workout and meal plan and I’m thrilled to start bringing you my favorite 21 day fix recipes! This 21 day fix ranch dressing recipe is a healthy homemade ranch that is better than any store bought ranch I’ve tasted! I couldn’t believe how flavorful this ranch dressing is and how healthy and easy it is to make! Whether you are on a diet, doing 21 day fix meal containers or you just want to make your own homemade ranch dressing that’s free of preservatives and chemicals, this ranch recipe is for you!
What are 21 day fix recipes?
I started doing the 21 day fix workouts and meal plan in an effort to lose weight and get in shape. If you aren’t familiar with 21 day fix it is a series of workouts you can do at home with DVD’s. They take just 30 minutes and I’ve already seen great results! I’m on round 2 and already have lost 4 pounds! A big thing in order to see great results is to follow the included meal plan. The meal plan couldn’t get much easier thanks to the easy to use container system which allows you to eat a set number of each color coded container per day.
One thing I struggled with was salad dressing since I really only like ranch dressing. I found this 21 day fix ranch dressing recipe which is so healthy that 2 tablespoons only count as 1/2 an orange container! Score! Even better is that it tastes even BETTER than my store bought ranch and without the additives and preservatives. Double score!!
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21 Day Fix Recipes – Ranch Dressing Recipe:
Today I’m focusing on 21 day fix recipes for ranch dressing! This recipe is great because it allows you to mix up your spices and store them in an airtight container so you can whip up a batch of ranch anytime, in mere minutes.
To make the 21 day fix ranch dressing, combine 1 tablespoon of the spice mix with1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt and 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk. I like to put all of my ingredients into a glass salad dressing shaker bottle. Then jus shake it up! If you don’t have a dressing bottle then just mix in a bowl.
You’ll be amazed when you bite into this and the flavor explodes in your mouth. It’s delicious!! Serve it on salads, sandwiches, for dipping vegetables, with buffalo wings, anywhere you’d use ranch dressing! Keep in the fridge. This is one of my favorite 21 day fix recipes and I’d gladly eat it whether I was trying to shed pounds or not!
Store your remaining spice mix in an airtight container. I added a label to mine so I can easily reference the recipe whenever I need to mix up some more!
I had several friends and family members who aren’t on the 21 day fix meal plan give this ranch dressing a taste. They couldn’t believe the amazing flavor! It’s a sure winner and you’ll definitely want to pin this post for easy finding later or share it on Facebook so your friends can give it a try too!
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21 Day Fix Healthy Ranch Dressing Recipe
Sarah | Must Have Mom
21 day fix ranch recipe! Healthy, homemade ranch dressing that tastes better than any store bought version!
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Prep Time 5 minutesmins
Total Time 5 minutesmins
Servings 2/3 cup
Ingredients
Ranch Seasoning Blend
2Tbsp.dried parsleycrushed
2tsp.dried onion flakes
2tsp.onion powder
2tsp.garlic powder
1½tsp.dried dill
1tsp.sea salt
1tsp.ground black pepper
To make ranch dressing
1/3cupnonfat plain Greek yogurt
1/3cuplow-fat buttermilk
1tablespoonranch seasoning blend
Instructions
In a bowl mix together all spices for the ranch seasoning blend. Store in an airtight container.
To make ranch dressing mix together 1/3 cup nonfat plain Greek yogurt, 1/3 cup low-fat buttermilk and 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning blend. Stir together in a bowl or put all ingredients in a salad cruet and shake.
Store in the fridge. Serve over salads, with vegetables, on sandwiches, with buffalo wings and more!
*for 21 day fix meal plan 2 tablespoons counts as 1/2 orange container.
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Directions. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.Whisk in thyme, garlic, and cayenne pepper.Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Directions. In a medium bowl, whisk together buttermilk, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth.Whisk in thyme, garlic, and cayenne pepper.Season to taste with salt and pepper.
And of course, you can always make a flavored ranch by adding in mashed roasted garlic, sriracha (or your favorite hot pepper sauce), barbecue spices, cilantro and lime, and more. And it goes without saying, that while the ranch experience at restaurants can be superior, even a mediocre ranch is still pretty fantastic.
Creamy texture and classic Ranch taste meet popular Everything flavors with garlic, onion and sesame. No artificial preservatives, sweeteners, flavors or colors from artificial sources.
Why is restaurant ranch dressing so good? It's all about the ingredients! Many restaurants make their own dressing, and you can't beat the flavor of ranch made with fresh herbs and a super creamy base.
Most of the dry ranch seasoning mix ingredients are simple and likely already found in your pantry. Onion powder, onion flakes, dill, parsley, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and dried chives give this delicious seasoning mix its flavor!
Consistency: Ranch dressing has a pourable, liquid consistency, making it suitable for drizzling over salads or mixing into dishes. Ranch dip, on the other hand, is much thicker and is intended for dipping, spreading, or dolloping onto foods.
Restaurant style ranch tasted different because it is made fresh with very specific ingredients. Store ranch has to include certain preservatives and stabilizers so it has a long shelf life both before it is purchased, as well as after you open it at home.
It's no secret that Hidden Valley Ranch is a staple ingredient in many homemade ranch dressings, but did you know that restaurants also rely on this classic brand? According to several chefs I spoke with, Hidden Valley Ranch provides the perfect balance of tanginess and creaminess that customers love.
The ranch packet has a fresher taste, because you add your own mayo and milk. Even though all the herbs and spices in the mix are dried, they rehydrate quickly and leave you with a product that feels homemade. This version of Hidden Valley Ranch is more flavorful than the bottled version and much, much thicker.
According to the Association of Dressings and Sauces (yes, that's a real thing), ranch dressing is more popular in the Midwest than any other region in the country (via The New York Times).
Since 1972 Hidden Valley Ranch has been owned by Clorox. Ranch dressing was created in 1949 by a plumber-turned-cowboy. While working as a contract plumber in Alaska, Steve Henson started cooking for his coworkers and perfecting his buttermilk dressing recipe.
In general, ranch dressing falls into four categories: 1. shelf-stable ranch, 2. refrigerated ranch (most often found near the produce), 3. flavored ranch, such as Buffalo ranch, and 4.
It's a combination of creaminess (from buttermilk, sour cream, sometimes mayonnaise) and herbaceousness (often parsley, thyme, dill), plus a long pull of allium (onion and garlic) and a shot of black pepper.
What Makes Wingstop Ranch Stand Out? Wingstop's Ranch is distinguished by its harmonious blend of buttermilk, mayonnaise, dill, and a medley of spices. The resultant concoction is a velvety, flavorful sauce that pairs exquisitely with a variety of dishes, transcending beyond just wings.
Whisk mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until well-combined. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Who Invented Ranch? Around 1950, Steve Henson unknowingly made history when he whipped up a unique mixture of dry herbs and buttermilk. Originally a plumber, Steve came up with the concoction while working briefly in Anchorage as a construction worker and part-time cook for his crew.
How Long Does Homemade Ranch Last? Stored in a well-sealed container in the fridge (assuming you began with fresh sour cream and buttermilk) your buttermilk ranch dressing should keep for up to two weeks.
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