Recipes tagged with « Ranch »
Cilantro Lime Ranch Remix
A tangy creamy dressing with a herbal punch. Uses Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a lighter texture, avocado oil swapped in, fresh parsley replacing some cilantro for balance, plus a hint of smoked paprika for a subtle twist. Whisked with lime juice and garlic, the dressing thickens chilled, smoothing flavors and texture. Salt adjusted to lift, not overpower. Serves eight with a punch of color and flavor in every spoonful.
Savory Ranch Bacon Dip
A creamy dip mixing dry ranch powder, Greek yogurt, and soy sauce for a twist. Rested enough to meld flavors, topped with crispy pancetta, chives, and fresh dill adds crunch and brightness. Ready before the chips—the aroma from pancetta signals the finish. Use thick Greek yogurt for body, soy for umami depth. If shortcutting, mix but let rest minimally; flavor brightens with time. Kettle chips preferred for crunch. Avoid watery dip by draining yogurt if overly wet. Substitute pancetta with smoked sausage or prosciutto. Timing eyeballed by texture, flavor meld rather than strict clocks. Snack game elevated through technique and tried combos.
Dill Pickle Ranch Pretzels
Crunchy pretzels tossed in a tangy ranch and dill seasoning with a pickle juice twist. Baked low and slow to lock in flavor and crispness. Comes together with easy pantry staples and fresh herbs. A salty, herby snack with a subtle sour note, enhanced by well-balanced seasoning and olive oil for even coating. Makes a batch to share or hoard.
Homemade Ranch Mix Twist
Dry mix of herbs and spices. Whisk into mayo and buttermilk for creamy dressing. Cuts sugar a bit, adds smoked paprika and garlic powder. Shake container first to blend evenly. Refrigerate after mixing with wet. Versatile spice blend, good as dip or on salads. Adjust milk for thickness. Store dry mix airtight to avoid clumping. Substitute celery salt with smoked salt for depth. Works well with Greek yogurt instead of mayo for lighter option.