Southwest Salsa Ranch Dressing Recipe
This creamy southwest ranch dressing is made with homemade ranch that’s been kicked up a notch with salsa, green chilis and fresh cilantro. It’s full of flavor with a hint of spice and perfect for serving as a salad dressing or dip.
Servings: 10 servings
Calories: 212kcal
Ingredients
Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix
- 2 teaspoons dried dill
- 1 teaspoon dried chives
- 2 tablespoons garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Southwest Ranch Dressing
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1½ tablespoons ranch dressing mix
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 4-ounce can green chilis
- ½ bunch cilantro leaves minced
Instructions
Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix
- In a small bowl, combine the dried dill, dried chives, garlic salt, onion powder, and black pepper. Mix well, then store in a jar or any other airtight container.
Southwest Ranch Dressing
- In a medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, buttermilk and ranch dressing mix. Whisk until combined.
- Transfer the prepared ranch dressing to a blender and add the salsa, green chilis and cilantro. Blend until smooth.
- Transfer to a glass jar or airtight container and use immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Notes
Storing instructions: store in a glass jar or any other airtight container for up to 1 week in the refrigerator, or for up to 3 months in the freezer. The most convenient way to freeze it is to pour into ice cube trays then pop out into freezer bags once frozen. When you are ready to use, pull out the number of cubes you think you may need and thaw them in the fridge overnight.
Nutrition
Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 1926mg | Potassium: 127mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg