If you know me, then you know this keto ranch dressing is a recipe, I use a lot. Check the recipes below for more ways to use homemade ranch dressing in cooking. Keto Ranch Dressing is a low-carb, creamy, and flavourful dressing that’s perfect for those following a ketogenic lifestyle.
Traditional ranch dressing is already a crowd favourite, but when made keto-friendly, it becomes even more versatile, offering the same delicious taste without the extra carbs. Whether you’re drizzling it over salads, using it as a dip, or incorporating it into your favourite keto recipes, this low carb salad dressing is a must-have in any keto kitchen. It is easily my most favoured keto salad dressing. It shows in the recipes I develop. It is the one dressing I always reach for!
Why We Love This Recipe
I adore ranch sauce recipe because it’s incredibly versatile and can be tailored to fit so many different tastes. Whether I’m in the mood for something classic or want to spice things up with a bit of heat, this dressing is my go-to. It’s also a fantastic way to get that creamy dressing fix without compromising my low-carb goals. Plus, it’s a lifesaver for using up any herbs I have lying around – nothing goes to waste!
Homemade Ranch Dressing is so easy to make. The beauty is that you most likely have all these ingredients in your pantry and fridge right now. So let’s get started with our epic seasoning mix!
First, we make the Ranch Seasoning (Ranch Spice Mix). I make this in a batch and keep it in the pantry. It is so easy to make.
Ranch Dressing Ingredients
Homemade Ranch Seasoning Ingredients
Here is all you need to make a quick and simple and low carb ranch seasoning at home.
- Dried dill
- Dried parsley
- Dried chives
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Salt and pepper
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1. Prepare the Homemade Ranch Seasoning. Only 1 tablespoon of the mixture is used in this recipe.
Step 2. Simply mix all the salad dressing ingredients together in a large bowl. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Ways to Use Homemade Ranch Dressing
Aside from using ranch as a simple salad dressing, use it in baking, casseroles, and sauces. Personally, I tend to make up a double batch of dressing and use it in my cooking throughout the week.
In The Healthy Family Keto Cookbook, I used it as part of the creamy sauce in the Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole. In place of an egg wash in the Garlic Parmesan Tenders. A sauce in Swiss Chicken and just a straight up dressing in salads. It is versatile and delicious!
Use this delicious low carb salad dressing as a substitute for mayonnaise in dressings like Sriracha Aioli Sauce, Keto Coleslaw with Creamy Dressing, Kebab Garlic Sauce, and Keto Tartar Sauce.
Variations
- Spicy Ranch: Add cayenne pepper, hot sauce, and smoked paprika for a kick of heat.
- Avocado Ranch: Incorporate mashed avocado, lime juice, and chopped fresh cilantro (coriander) for extra creaminess and a zesty twist.
- Dill Pickle Ranch: Use dill pickle juice, chopped pickles, and extra dill for a tangy, salty flavour. (Or try some spicy dill pickes for an extra bit of a kick!)
- Buttermilk Ranch: Swap in buttermilk or a keto-friendly substitute for a traditional tangy taste, and add extra fresh herbs like chives, parsley, and dill.
- Herb Garden Ranch: Mix in fresh herbs like basil, parsley, chives, and tarragon, with lemon zest for a bright, fresh finish.
- Bacon Ranch: Stir in cooked, crumbled bacon, replace some mayo with bacon fat, and add shredded cheddar for a smoky, savoury bit of deliciousness.
- Parmesan Ranch: Incorporate grated Parmesan, extra garlic, and freshly ground black pepper for a rich, cheesy variation.
- Lemon Herb Ranch: Enhance with extra lemon zest and juice, fresh thyme and basil, and light cream for a zesty, lighter dressing.
Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe is an almost zero carb ranch sauce recipe. Most sore bought ranch dressings contain sugar, canola oil or seed oils and additives.
Yes, you can. In this recipe simply swap the sour cream for dairy-free sour cream or nut milk. If you prefer a vegan keto ranch dressing then replace the mayonnaise with vegan mayonnaise.
You sure can. Simply place it in an airtight container. Thaw in the fridge overnight and stir before using.
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More Recipes to Try
Here are just a few of our low carb keto recipes that you can use this amazing keto salad dressing in.
- Cauliflower Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese
- Smokey Ranch Chicken Salad
- Keto Roasted Pumpkin Salad
- Keto Chicken Alfredo Pizza
- Big Mac Salad Recipe
Or for more keto salad dressings
- Keto Buffalo Blue Cheese Dressing
- Keto Big Mac Sauce
- Keto Caesar Dressing
- Peri Peri Sauce
- Haydari Turkish Yogurt Dip
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Keto Ranch Dressing Recipe
Equipment
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Ingredients
- 1 cup Mayonnaise (250g) click link for recipe to make your own
- 1 cup sour cream (250g)
- 1/4 cup water (60g)
- 1 tablespoon Keto Ranch Seasoning
Instructions
CONVENTIONAL METHOD
- In a large bowl combine all the ingredients. Transfer to an airtight jar.
THERMAL METHOD
- Place all the ingredients into the mixer; mix 30 sec/speed 4.
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Notes
- Mayonnaise: Opt for sugar-free and low-carb mayonnaise as the base of the dressing.
- Sour Cream: Choose full-fat and low-carb sour cream for creaminess and tanginess.
- Fresh Herbs: Chopped parsley, dill, and chives bring the classic ranch flavor to life.
- Garlic and Onion Powder: For that signature savory taste without the carbs.
- Dijon Mustard: Use a sugar-free Dijon mustard to enhance flavor and texture.
- Apple Cider Vinegar: Adds tanginess and balances the richness of the dressing.
- Heavy Cream (Optional): If desired, a small amount can be added to enhance creaminess.
- Salt and Pepper: Season to taste, keeping in mind your dietary preferences.
- Store the keto ranch dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- It can typically be kept for up to a week. Stir well before each use.
- Greek Yogurt: If you’re comfortable with slightly more carbs, you can use full-fat Greek yogurt as a base or in combination with mayonnaise for added creaminess.
- Fresh Herbs: Feel free to experiment with other fresh herbs like tarragon or basil to give your ranch dressing a unique twist.
- Salad Upgrade: Drizzle the keto ranch dressing over salads featuring mixed greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, and avocado. Try it with Arabic Salad or Roasted Pumpkin Salad.
- Veggie Dip: Serve with a platter of fresh vegetables like celery, carrots, and bell peppers for a satisfying snack.
- Chicken and Wings: Use as a dipping sauce for grilled or baked chicken and keto-friendly chicken wings.
- Burger Bliss: Spread onto lettuce-wrapped burgers or use as a topping for bunless burgers.
- Roasted Veggies: Elevate the flavours of roasted Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, or broccoli with a dollop of keto ranch dressing.
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Megan Ellam is an Australian keto recipes blogger living in Thornton, NSW. She is the author of amazing keto cookbooks such as Slow Cook Keto, Keto Loco, The Healthy Family Keto Cookbook and Every Day Keto.
Megan has been following a ketogenic diet since being diagnosed with insulin resistance in early 2017. After a long cooking career Megan simply swapped her “foodie focus” to easy keto recipes. Her keto Australian recipes all include both metric and US customary measures so that everyone can enjoy them.
Megan also makes all the recipes suitable for conventional cooks, Thermomix recipes and thermal cookers e.g. Magimix recipes.
63 responses to “The Best Keto Ranch Dressing”
This keto version of ranch dressing is simply the best and its amazing!It is so good isn’t it Jean.
Hi Megan,
I must be blind as I can’t find the breakdown for individual spices for the Ranch dressing.Hi Linda, there is a link to the full recipe in the recipe card
Excellent dressing…but I must be blind…what is the actual serving size? I see the recipe makes 15 servings, but don’t see the serving size? Thanks!Hi Cathy, I am so glad you enjoyed the recipe. The serving size is approx 2 tbsp at 40g per serve. There is limitations to the amount of detail I can add in the nutritional panel but is 565g / 15 so roughly around 38g per serve.
I live this dressing/sauce. It has now become one of my favourites. It’s quick, it’s easy, it’s the bombI am so glad you enjoyed the recipe Vicki and that you will use it again. I am obviously an unashamed fan and will join you in giving it 5 stars
This Is so very lovely, sometimes I forget that it is supposed to go on something, meat ,salad, or even a cracker.
5 starsHahaha! I so know that feeling. I have never felt this way about a dressing as much as I do this one. Thanks for the review Vicki. I am so glad you love the recipe too.
This dressing is my life right now!!! Using as a salad dressing, sauce over cooked protein, dipping anything and everything into it!!!Haha Bec! I know what its like I will have to be making more tomorrow after I finish my fresh batch today lol. So happy you love it and thank you so much for leaving a review.
This is the most amazing dressing, we just love it, it’s so versatile and easy to make, try it you will love it
Thanks so much Renee for leaving such a great review. Most of all though I am just happy you are loving it right now.
This recipe is so dam yum, I ate it off the spoon. So easy and so delicious 😋I have to admit I am guilty of that too Lucy. Thanks for the review.
Do yourselves a f(l)a our and give this recipe a go. So darn tasty.
Then progress to the Mac and cheese recipe. I promise you won’t be sorry.Haha! Thanks Mia.
This is so easy to make and awesomely yummy 😋. The whole family love it and it is so versatile. Def one we have repeated many timesThanks for leaving a review Rachel. I am so glad you are loving the dressing.
Is is amazing. Love how Megan has also give us the herb/spice mix breakdown. Can now thanks this feel confident to add a touch of pizzazz to other recipes.
Thanks Nicole. It’s amazing that something so simple is so tasty.
Such an easy delicious recipe, always have a jar in my fridge!
Me too Jan! Thanks for the review and so happy you are enjoying the dressing.
Love this dressing as is or with chilli included even better. Goes with everything, especially anything chicken or egg.Oooohhh chilli… I must try! I am thinking of blending an avocado in too.
This is the best dressing! So
easy to make.. its so good you can just eat it off the spoon..Absolutely Jenny! It is so good. Thanks for the 5 stars x
Do I love this ranch dressing? You bet I do. Surprise surprise I add chilli to mine and put a generous dollop into my scrambled eggs. It’s superb also with avocado and bacon and roast chicken. In fact any sandwich and oh my goodness just try it mixed with grated cheese and hopped hard boiled egg.
Yep, definitely a five star job, in fact I’d give it more if I could!haha! I think it is pretty spesh too Pam. Definitely at least 5 1/2 stars lol
This is amazing it’s now my go to dressing for everything .Thanks Denise. It is my go to as well
The best dressing ever!! Like ever ever. Put it on anything and everything, you won’t be disappointed. If I could give it 10 stars I would!
Haha! It seems a few of you want to rate this higher. Thanks for the review Casey. I do tend to agree that no one should be disappointed.
My husband, my fussy critic (!!), absolutely loves this recipe on his salads. So easy to make too!
Yay! Winning!
This tastes AMAZING & super easy to make.
Thanks Kristy. I am so glad you enjoy the recipe.
This is such a versatile recipe that is super quick and easy to make and we have it with everything. We love the chicken and ranch casserole from the healthy family cook book.
The ranch dressing is far better than anything you would get in a jar from the shops .
This is a cracker recipe that you must try!!!Absolutely Lynda. I don’t even like the bottled ones on the shelf in the supermarket but this is a winner.
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