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The Sassy Foodie » Recipes » Sauces and Condiments

Salsa Ranch Dressing & Dip

Published: May 9, 2022 by Sunena Anand · This post contains affiliate links. I make a commission from sales. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. · Leave a Comment

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This salsa ranch dressing & dip elevates classic ranch dressing with a Tex-Mex twist. Creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, and just the right amount of fresh herbaceous notes make for the perfect ranch dressing recipe. Add in your favourite salsa, and you've got a delicious dip for homemade quesadillas, vegetables, or a delicious salad dressing in under 5 minutes!

Salsa ranch dressing in a bottle, served with vegetables.
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Why This Recipe Works

No prep work required! This dressing/dip is extremely low on prep work. Aside from measuring the ingredients and roughly chopping the herbs, this recipe is lazy-girl (me, I am the lazy-girl) approved!

Full of flavour! Ranch dressing is a favourite for good reason - it is delicious. This homemade salsa ranch dressing does not skimp on the flavour. You will find yourself dipping anything and everything into it.

Tastes like store-bought! There is a very popular store-bought version of this delicious salad dressing. This recipe tastes just like the store-bought version, with minimal ingredients and time.

Ingredients

ingredients for salsa ranch dressing labelled on a sheet tray.
  • Mayonnaise: You can use regular or light mayo, depending on if you prefer to keep this dressing on the lighter side. Because the mayonnaise is one of the star ingredients of this dressing, I recommend using your favourite one.
  • Sour cream: I recommend using a full fat sour cream for this recipe. While light mayo can be substituted, I find that low fat sour creams tend to have a thinner, watery consistency and an artificial flavour. That consistency is not going to be the best for this dressing.
  • Whole milk: Most ranch dressing recipes call for buttermilk. Truthfully, I do not have any uses for buttermilk, so it is not worth it to keep it on hand. Whole milk, mixed with fresh lemons gives the same result!
  • Jarred salsa: You can control the heat level based on the type of salsa you add to the dressing. I used hot salsa, which still ends up being quite mild with the sour cream and mayonnaise.
  • Spices and seasonings: You will need garlic and onion powder to season the dressing.
  • Dill & Scallions
  • Fresh lemons

A full list of ingredients with measurements is located on the recipe card, below.

Instructions

Prep Work Before Cooking

Collecting all your ingredients - This will make cooking so much easier. Gather all the spices you will need, and keep them nearby. 

Chop the herbs - Chop the scallions and dill as finely as you can, so you do not have large pieces in the dressing.

Step by step instructions to prepare salsa ranch, in a collage.

Add the dressing ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mix together well to combine.

Taste the dressing for salt, and add to your taste.

Expert Tip

Adjust the amount of milk depending on whether you prefer a dip or a dressing. Omit the milk completely if you prefer a thicker dip for vegetables and crackers.

Substitutions

  • Sour cream: You can use greek yogurt in place of sour cream.
  • Whole milk: You can use half and half cream, or buttermilk if you have it on hand.
  • Scallions: Feel free to substitute scallions with chives.

Variations

  • Jalapeño: Add in some finely minced pickled jalapeños, with some of the pickling liquid to the mix.
  • Chipotle ranch: Finely mince a chipotle pepper in adobo, for a smokey twist!

Equipment

This is what I used to make this recipe - Please be mindful that different equipment and cooking utensils may yield varying results. Most of my favourite equipment can be found on my storefront.

  • Mixing bowls

Make Ahead & Storage

Make Ahead Instructions

You can make this dressing up to 2 days before serving. Store in an airtight jar or container to keep the dressing fresh. I do not recommend making the dressing prior to that, as the herbs will lose their fresh and bright flavour.

Storing Leftovers

Store any leftover dressing in an airtight container or jar for up to 3 days. Keep in mind that there are dairy products in this dressing, so be mindful of expiration dates of the products you used!

Salsa ranch dressing in a bottle, with a spoon showing the texture.

Recipe FAQs

Can you freeze salsa ranch dressing?

While you can generally freeze dairy products, I do not recommend freezing ranch dressing. The dressing will likely separate when you defrost it, and the flavours may dilute.

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Salsa Ranch Dressing & Dip

This salsa ranch dressing & dip elevates classic ranch dressing with a Tex-Mex twist. Creamy mayonnaise, tangy sour cream, and just the right amount of fresh herbaceous notes make for the perfect ranch dressing recipe. A delicious salad dressing in under 5 minutes!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings
Estimated Calories: 137kcal
Author: Sunena Anand

Ingredients

  • ½ cup Mayonnaise
  • ½ cup Sour cream
  • ¼ cup Whole milk
  • 1 Lemon juiced
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh dill finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh scallions finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder
  • ¼ cup Salsa jarred, prepared
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls

Instructions

  • Mix: Add the dressing ingredients to a medium-sized mixing bowl. Mix together well to combine.
    ½ cup Mayonnaise, ½ cup Sour cream, ¼ cup Whole milk, 1 Lemon, 2 tablespoon Fresh dill, 2 tablespoon Fresh scallions, 1 teaspoon Garlic powder, 1 teaspoon Onion powder, ¼ cup Salsa
  • Taste: Taste the dressing for salt, and add to your taste.
    Salt

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of milk depending on whether you prefer a dip or a dressing. Omit the milk completely if you prefer a thicker dip for vegetables and crackers.

Estimated Nutrition

Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 84mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 176IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American, Tex Mex
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