Jalapeño Ranch Dressing Recipe
A creamy and tangy Jalapeño Ranch Dressing that combines zesty jalapeños and fresh cilantro with classic ranch flavors, perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling on your favorite dishes.
- Author: Lara
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes (plus 30 minutes chilling)
- Yield: About 2 1/2 cups 1x
- Category: Sauce/Dressing
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tbsp ranch seasoning
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
Flavor Enhancers
- 1/2 cup salsa verde (prepared)
- 1/4 cup jarred jalapeños with juice
- 1 lime (juice of)
- 1 bunch cilantro (about 1–1.5 cup)
- Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients including mayonnaise, ranch seasoning, sour cream, buttermilk, salsa verde, jarred jalapeños with juice, lime juice, and cilantro to a blender or food processor.
- Blend Until Smooth: Use the highest blending setting to liquify and combine all the ingredients until the dressing is completely smooth and well incorporated.
- Chill: Transfer the dressing to a container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the dressing to thicken slightly before serving.
- Store: Keep the dressing refrigerated and consume within 1 week for optimal freshness.
Notes
- If you prefer less heat, reduce the amount of jalapeños or remove seeds before blending.
- This dressing pairs well with crisp green salads, grilled vegetables, or as a dip for chips and wings.
- Can be adjusted for consistency by adding more buttermilk to thin or sour cream to thicken.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
- Use fresh lime juice for the best bright flavor.
Keywords: Jalapeño Ranch Dressing, Spicy Ranch Dressing, Creamy Jalapeño Dressing, Salad Dressing, Dip, Cilantro Ranch