Description
This creamy Chipotle Ranch Dressing combines smoky chipotle peppers with classic ranch flavors for a zesty, flavorful condiment. Made with Greek yogurt or sour cream and real mayonnaise, it’s perfect for salads, dipping, or drizzling over your favorite dishes. Ready in just 10 minutes, this easy-to-make dressing offers a spicy kick balanced with fresh cilantro and tangy lime juice.
Ingredients
Base
- 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
- 1 cup real mayonnaise
Seasonings and Flavorings
- 1/3 cup packed cilantro
- 3-5 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1 1/2 tablespoons lime juice
- 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning mix (1 oz. packet)
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Liquids
- 1/4 cup milk, plus more as needed
Instructions
- Blend: Add the Greek yogurt or sour cream, mayonnaise, cilantro, chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, garlic cloves, lime juice, ranch seasoning mix, smoked paprika, ground cumin, and 1/4 cup of milk to a blender. Puree all ingredients until smooth, scraping down the sides of the blender as needed. Start with 3 chipotle peppers, blend, then add another 1/2 to 1 pepper and blend again if you want more spiciness.
- Adjust to Taste: Taste the dressing and adjust lime juice, salt, or chipotle quantity to your preference. For a thinner consistency, add milk or water one tablespoon at a time and blend briefly until you reach the desired texture.
- Chill Before Serving: Transfer the dressing to a container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. The dressing will thicken as it chills, so before serving, whisk in a little milk if needed to loosen it back up for perfect drizzling or dipping consistency.
Notes
- DIY ranch seasoning mix: Combine dried parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and dried chives.
- Adjust chipotle peppers for desired spice level—start with fewer peppers and add more gradually.
- This dressing keeps well refrigerated for up to one week.
- Use Greek yogurt for a protein boost and tangier flavor; sour cream provides a creamier texture.
