Copycat Ranch Seasoning Mix
If your household is anything like mine, ranch goes on just about everything. But buying packet after packet gets expensive—and they often contain additives you may not want. This copycat ranch seasoning mix is incredibly easy to make with common pantry herbs and spices. You’ll wonder why you didn’t start making it sooner!
Ingredients for Ranch Seasoning Mix:
- ½ cup dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons dried dill
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Prep Time: 5 Minutes
Items Needed:
Directions:
- Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
- Add the mixture to a spice grinder in batches if needed, and pulse for about 10 seconds, or until the larger flakes are finely ground.
- Store your finished seasoning in an airtight container, such as a small mason jar or spice jar.
- Download our Printable Recipe Card.
How to Use It:
Use 2 tablespoons of this seasoning mix to replace a standard 1-ounce store packet in any recipe. It’s perfect for:
- Homemade ranch dressing (just mix with sour cream, mayo, and milk or buttermilk)
- Ranch dip for veggies or chips
- Seasoning popcorn, potatoes, pretzels, or roasted veggies
- Adding to chicken breading or meat marinades
Storage Tips:
Keep your seasoning in a cool, dry place like your pantry. It will stay fresh for up to 6 months in an airtight container. If you choose to freeze it, be sure it’s in a moisture-proof jar or bag with no air inside. Avoid storing near steam-producing appliances to preserve its shelf life.
Helpful Tips:
- Grinding the mix helps distribute the herbs more evenly and allows it to blend better into dips and dressings.
- Avoid using a food processor—spice grinders are more effective for fine, uniform results.
- Make a double or triple batch to always have some on hand!
Homemade seasonings like this one make it easy to cut back on store-bought mixes and take control of what goes into your food. Try it once, and I bet you’ll keep a jar in your pantry from now on!
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Mix
A flavorful homemade copycat ranch dressing mix made with dried herbs and spices—perfect for keeping in your pantry.
Ingredients
- ½ cup dried parsley
- 2 tablespoons dried dill
- 4 teaspoons onion powder
- 4 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
Instructions
Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
Add the mixture to a spice grinder in batches if needed, and
pulse for about 10 seconds, or until the larger flakes are finely ground.
Store your finished seasoning in an airtight container, such
as a small mason jar or spice jar.
Download our Printable Recipe Card.
Nutrition Information
Yield 10 Serving Size 1Amount Per Serving Calories 13Total Fat 0gSaturated Fat 0gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 0mgSodium 220mgCarbohydrates 3gFiber 1gSugar 0gProtein 1g
Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.
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