Homemade Ranch Seasoning
On January 06, 2025
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Whether you’re looking to make a creamy dressing or dip, or add some zesty flavor to your BBQ meats, my Homemade Ranch Seasoning does it all.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning
Skip the store-bought packets and unlock the secret to ranch flavor with this Homemade Ranch Seasoning. This blend combines savory herbs and spices, and just a touch of heat, creating that unmistakable ranch flavor everyone loves (on everything). What makes this recipe a keeper is its versatility. Mix it with buttermilk and mayo for a dressing better than any restaurant, or sprinkle it directly on grilled meats for an instant flavor boost. You can even use it to amp up your grilled vegetables. Once you see how quick and easy it is to make your own ranch seasoning, you’ll never go back to the packets again.
Ingredients for this Recipe
You may find it hard to believe, but this seasoning gets its explosion of zesty, ranch flavor from just nine common ingredients. You likely have most of the herbs and spices needed for this rich blend, so putting it together is a cinch. Here’s what you need to make it, and a little about what each ingredient brings to the table:
- Coarse Kosher salt is at the heart of all great seasonings. It enhances the other ingredient flavors, and the flavor of anything you put it on.
- Fresh ground black pepper adds just a little bite and warmth, which I personally think makes ranch so addictive.
- Onion powder brings a little sweetness, as well as a depth of savory flavor.
- Garlic powder works alongside your onion powder for that rich, savory punch ranch seasoning is known for.
- Dried parsley contributes some much needed light, herby notes, as well as a pop of color to brighten up your seasoning.
- Dried dill is where your seasoning gets that distinctive, “ranch” taste. When you want that bold, zesty, unmistakably ranch flavor, reach for the dill.
- Ground mustard gives your seasoning a subtle tanginess, with just a little sharpness to round things out.
- Whole celery seeds may seem small but they pack big flavor. These seeds add earthy notes and a slight bitterness for amazing depth of flavor.
- Crushed red pepper flakes kiss your seasoning with just enough heat to be memorable, while adding some gorgeous red speckling.
How to Make Ranch Seasoning
If you thought the ingredient list was easy, wait until you see how you make this savory seasoning. Just follow these simple steps for a ranch blend your dressing and dip devourers will thank you for:
- Make seasoning. First, grab a small mixing bowl and add all your seasonings. The key to a perfect blend is evenly mixing everything. Use a whisk or fork to stir, so you break up any clumps. Keep mixing until you have an even, red-and-green speckled blend of herbs and spices.
- Use or store. Your ranch seasoning is ready to use right away, so you sprinkle that zesty goodness on whatever you’re cooking. If you’re making it ahead or have some left over, just follow the storage instructions below. This way you have some fresh the next time that ranch craving strikes.
Ways to Use Ranch Seasoning
This ranch seasoning is incredibly versatile, and I love finding new ways to use it. For the classic ranch dressing everyone loves, mix 3-4 Tablespoons of your blend in place of the store-bought packet. I’ve also got a recipe for ranch dressing from scratch if you want to go deeper than the seasoning.
Don’t stop at dressing, though, because this blend tastes amazing sprinkled on grilled chicken, roasted potatoes, or any vegetables that need a flavor boost. Try it as a popcorn seasoning for movie night, or use it as a dry rub on wings before they hit the grill. I recommend starting with 1-2 teaspoons per pound of meat or vegetables, then adjusting to taste. I tend to season heavy at home, but the beauty of having your own seasoning is deciding how much you want.
Storage and Shelf Life
The worst part about ranch dressing is running out (it may be the only bad thing). Luckily for you, your ranch seasoning stores easily, so you can whip up a little dressing or dip whenever you like. If you want to make your seasoning ahead to have on hand (or you have any left), place it in a glass spice jar or other airtight container. This ranch blend will remain fresh and ready to use for up to 6 months when stored this way in your panty or spice rack. After that, you may want to throw a new batch together so your seasoning retains that bold ranch bite.
More Seasoning Recipes
After you get a taste of how easy it is to create your own seasonings at home, you won’t want to stop. The good news is, with Hey Grill Hey, you don’t have to. I love knowing exactly what my family is eating, and I want to help you do the same. That’s why I’ve been making seasoning and rub recipes for years. There are dozens to choose from in your Recipe Library, as well as the Hey Grill Hey App. For now, here are some of my family’s favorites, so you can keep on seasoning:
Ranch Seasoning Recipe
Become a seasoned pro with this Homemade Ranch Seasoning by following the recipe card below. After you knock out your first batch, don’t forget to leave a 5-star rating and tell me in the comments how you used it. You can also share your ranch-seasoned creations on Instagram and Facebook by tagging @heygrillhey. You get to feel like a Backyard BBQ Hero and we all get inspired, so it’s a win-win.
If making these seasoning got your creative juices flowing, then you have to check out The Grill Squad. I’ve got a whole class dedicated to creating your own flavor combinations for seasonings and sauces. From basic blends to complex creations, I’ll show you how to become a seasoning master so you can feed the people you love.
Homemade Ranch Seasoning
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon dried parsley
- ¼ teaspoon dried dill
- ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
- ¼ teaspoon whole celery seeds
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Make seasoning. Combine all the ingredients for your ranch seasoning in a small bowl. Mix together using a whisk or fork to ensure there are no clumps.1 teaspoon coarse Kosher salt, ½ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon dried parsley, ¼ teaspoon dried dill, ¼ teaspoon ground mustard, ¼ teaspoon whole celery seeds, ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- Use or store. Use your ranch seasoning immediately on your grilled veggies, chicken, and more. Store any unused seasoning in a glass spice jar for up to 6 months for the best flavor.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
