If you’re looking for a creamy, flavorful, and dairy-free dressing, this wholesome ranch dressing made with a homemade dry mix is the perfect solution. It’s tangy, rich, and packed with herbs—without the questionable ingredients often found in store-bought versions.
Whether you’re dipping fresh veggies, topping a salad, or mixing it into your favorite wraps, this wholesome ranch dressing will become your new go-to.
Why Choose Wholesome Ranch Dressing?
Traditional ranch dressing is often loaded with dairy, preservatives, artificial flavors, and excess sodium. By making your own wholesome ranch dressing, you control the ingredients—and your health benefits. This version uses clean, plant-based ingredients and skips the added oils and fillers.
Plus, it’s allergy-friendly, family-approved, and budget-conscious. With the homemade dry mix on hand, preparing a fresh batch takes just a few minutes of blending and chilling.
The Star: Homemade Ranch Dry Mix
Before diving into the dressing recipe, let’s talk about the dry mix. It’s a pantry staple you can make in bulk and store for months. Here’s a quick reminder of what typically goes into the homemade ranch dry mix:
Onion powder
Garlic powder
Dried parsley
Dried dill
Cracked black pepper
That’s it—just five real-food ingredients, no fillers, no MSG, no dairy powder. You can keep it fresh in a spice jar or PRAKI container for easy use anytime. Get the recipe here: https://healthyinheart.com/ranch-dressing-dry-mix-recipe-for-better-health/
Wholesome Ranch Dressing Recipe
Here’s how to make the dressing using your homemade ranch dry mix.
Ingredients:
2–3 tablespoons homemade dry mix (adjust for taste)
Juice of 1 fresh lemon
24 oz plain dairy-free yogurt
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
12 oz silken tofu
Salt to taste
Directions:
1. Add all ingredients to a blender or food processor.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Taste and adjust salt or dry mix as needed.
4. Pour into a glass jar or storage container.
5. Chill for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld.
This recipe makes approximately 1.5 quarts of wholesome ranch dressing. It will thicken as it chills, creating that classic ranch texture without any dairy. Printable Recipe Linked below this article.
Tips for Success
Use fresh lemon juice for a bright, tangy flavor.
Silken tofu creates a creamy base without altering the taste.
Plain, unsweetened dairy-free yogurt is key—coconut, almond, or cashew all work well.
Chill before serving to let the herbs bloom and the dressing firm up.
Want to make it a little creamier, add some hemp hearts.
How to Use Your Wholesome Ranch
This wholesome ranch dressing isn’t just for salads. Try it:
As a veggie dip for cucumbers, carrots, and bell peppers
On baked potatoes or air-fried potato wedges
Spread in sandwiches or wraps
As a base for pasta salad or coleslaw
Drizzled on grain bowls or roasted veggies
The versatility of this recipe makes it a must-have in your plant-based kitchen.
Make It Once, Enjoy It All Week
One batch of this wholesome ranch dressing will last 5–7 days in the fridge. Make it on prep day and enjoy creamy, herb-packed flavor all week long without lifting a finger.
Why You’ll Love This Dressing
You will love this dressing, because it is:
- Plant-based and dairy-free
- No processed oils or preservatives
- Budget-friendly and easy to make
- Kid-friendly flavor
- Customizable to your taste
Final Thoughts
Making wholesome ranch dressing with your own dry mix is a game-changer for clean eating. It’s simple, flavorful, and nourishing—and best of all, you know exactly what’s going into your food.
So ditch the bottle. Grab your blender, mix up a batch, and taste the difference wholesome ranch can make.
Try the PRAKI Storage Set
🧂 PRAKI Airtight Containers – 24 PCS Set
Fresh spices deserve fresh storage. Keep your dry ranch mix (and everything else in your pantry) neat, fresh, and stylish.
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Wholesome Homemade Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp Ranch Dressing Dry Mix
- 24 oz plain dairy free yogurt
- 1 batch The Best Tofu Mayo
Instructions
- Combine all the ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate for at least an hour prior to use.
