SAVORY

Kefir Ranch Dressing

Creamy Bandi Kefir, fragrant herbs and familiar ranch seasonings create a fresh, tangy dressing that is equally delicious over salads or served as a dip for crisp vegetables.

5 minutes 4 servings

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Creamy Kefir Ranch Dressing with fresh herbs and sliced vegetables

Fresh Homemade Ranch in Five Minutes

This Kefir Ranch Dressing comes together quickly with simple ingredients and no special equipment. Whisk everything in a bowl, taste the dressing and adjust the herbs and seasoning as needed.

Bandi Kefir creates a smooth, pourable base and provides the tangy flavor people expect from ranch dressing. Garlic, onion, dill and chives make it savory and versatile enough for salads, sandwiches, wraps and vegetable platters.

1 cup plain whole-milk kefir
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 small garlic clove, finely grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Whisk the kefir and mayonnaise together until smooth.
Add the lemon juice, garlic, dill, chives, parsley, onion powder, salt and pepper.
Whisk until evenly combined. Add a little more kefir if you prefer a thinner dressing.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
Stir before serving. Keep refrigerated in a covered container.

Tips for Best Results

Let the finished dressing chill briefly so the seasonings can blend.
Use fresh dill, chives or parsley when they are available.
Keep the dressing thicker for dipping or add more kefir for drizzling.
Taste before adding extra salt because the flavor develops as it rests.

Serving and Storage

Serve Kefir Ranch Dressing with carrots, cucumbers, radishes and bell peppers, or drizzle it over a chopped salad. Store it in a tightly covered container in the refrigerator for up to three days and stir before serving.