Citric Acid Free Ranch Seasoning Mix
That creamy, herby ranch flavor you love is completely achievable at home — and this from-scratch seasoning mix skips the hidden additives that make so many store-bought packets off-limits. Commercial ranch mixes often sneak in citric acid as a preservative or flavor enhancer, so making your own is genuinely the easiest workaround. Every ingredient here is straightforward: dried buttermilk powder for that tangy base, plus a lineup of classic herbs and aromatics like dill, parsley, chives, garlic, and onion powder. A touch of dried mustard and optional paprika round out the depth without any questionable extras. It all comes together in one bowl with a quick whisk — no cooking, no fuss. Stored in an airtight jar, it keeps for up to three months, so you can batch it ahead and have ranch flavor ready whenever a salad, dip, or marinade calls for it. Once you taste how good the homemade version is, going back to the packet will feel completely unnecessary.
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8 servings
- 3 tbsp dried buttermilk powder
- 1 tbsp dried parsley
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp dried chives
- ½ tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried mustard
- ¼ tsp paprika (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the dried buttermilk powder, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, salt, black pepper, dried mustard, and paprika, if using, in a small bowl and whisk until evenly blended.
- 2
Transfer the mix to an airtight jar or container. Store at room temperature for up to 3 months.