This simple Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix can completely replace the ranch seasoning mix packets you buy at the store. They are insanely expensive. Am I right?! Not to mention the weird unknown ingredients so this version is a fantastic alternative! I usually double the recipe and keep a jar of it in my pantry.
I tend to use a lot of seasoning mixes in my crock pot recipes like The One and Only Crock Pot Chicken and Crock Pot Salsa Verde Shredded Beef . There is nothing worse than a bland protein so this spice mix really adds some dimension and flavor! I also like to mix a couple teaspoons into a little plain Greek yogurt and dip veggies in it for an afternoon snack.
Most of us are super busy and tend to not want to take the time to make a lot of our foods and condiments from scratch, but I believe it is worth it. I love this article by Food Babe that highlights the harmful ingredients hiding in our spice cabinets and four ways to buy them safely. We are so fortunate to have a great health food coop where we can buy spices from bulk bins and they always seem so fresh!
Try this Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix this week in one of your own recipes or try out some of ours!
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp dried parsley flakes
- 1 tsp dried dill weed
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried onion flakes or powder
- 1/2 tsp dried basil
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Pour all ingredients in a jar and tightly seal. Shake that little jar until the mix is well combined and Viola!, your homemade ranch seasoning is finished!
How would it be to mix into 1lb. Of ground chicken and make chicken pattys? Or would it be better mixed into mayo with a little bit of milk for a sauce for the chicken sandwich itself?
Theresa, I think either of your recipe ideas sound delicious. I am not sure which would be better, but is there ever too much ranch? 😉 Happy eating and thanks for trying out this yummy seasoning blend.
How about taco seasoning?I had one but it was just missing that right flavor
Hi Delphine! Yes, I have a taco seasoning recipe that I use in so many recipes each week. 🙂 Here is the link: https://happihomemade.com/recipe/taco-soup/ I hope you enjoy it!
Omgosh! I l9ve yo7 for this! I am 65 fe I’ve been cooking from scratch since I could stand in a chair and push it up to a stove. My mother was sick at lot and I did most of cooking and your taco seas is the best ever! Thank you thank you thank you
And I love the homemade ranch seasoning just as much!
My husband thanks you too!
Thank you, thank you, thank you to you both! I SO appreciate you leaving me such kind comments. It means a lot to me. 🙂 I wish you both all the best and a healthy New Year!
Roberta, you sound like you should have your own blog! I hope I am half as good of a cook as you when I am 65. 🙂 Thank you for your kind words. I am SO glad you enjoyed the taco seasoning. Blessings to you!
I love that it has no added sodium. My brother had to give up ranch dressing due to a low sodium diet. Do you have any more no sodium recipes?
Hi Myrna, thanks for stopping by! I am glad you found this recipe useful. Most of my recipes would be considered low sodium because they are homemade and you can control the amount of salt you add. Most whole foods, clean eating, Paleo recipes are low sodium. Convenience food and packaged food is typically high sodium because of the preservatives to extend the shelf-life.I hope this was helpful!
To make the actual dressing, how what else do you add to the seasoning?
Hi Fran, I would add this mixture to sour cream or Greek yogurt for a dip. Maybe add a little milk to think it out for a salad dressing. 🙂
My mom loves ranching up her sour cream. this is a great idea and money saver. Im going to go home and try this tonight.
I love the phrase “ranching up”! I may start using that phrase. 😉 I hope your mom enjoys this recipe, Elsie! Thanks for swinging by!
I like this idea – Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner link up!
Thanks Helen! I just love making my own seasoning blends. It’s so easy! 🙂
I have all of these ingredients in my pantry – pinning to try!
Woot woot! That’s great, Roseann. You’ll have to let me know what you think. 🙂 Blessings! PS…This recipe may be just the ticket to use your first batch! https://happihomemade.com/recipe/crock-pot-salsa-verde-roast-beef/