Nitrate & Nitrite Free Ranch Seasoning Mix
That creamy, herby flavor you love on salads, dips, and roasted veggies is surprisingly easy to make from scratch — and when you do, you know exactly what's going into it. Store-bought seasoning packets and bottled dressings often sneak in preservatives and curing agents that people trying to avoid nitrates and nitrites have to watch out for. This homemade blend uses nothing but pantry staples: dried buttermilk powder, parsley, dill, garlic and onion powder, chives, mustard, and a touch of paprika for color. Everything gets whisked together in minutes and stored in an airtight jar, ready to go whenever you need it. The result is a bold, tangy, deeply savory mix that tastes just like the classic — without any of the ingredient label anxiety. Use it to season dips, toss with roasted potatoes, or stir into sour cream for an instant crowd-pleasing spread. A single batch keeps for up to three months, so you can make it once and reach for it all season long.
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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.