Homemade Buttermilk Ranch

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado

💰Cheaper: store-brand mayonnaise

Avocado provides healthy fats and a unique flavor.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Greek yogurt adds creaminess while reducing calories.

dried dill

🥗Healthier: fresh dill

💰Cheaper: dried parsley

Fresh dill enhances flavor without added calories.

Start with 1 cup of buttermilk in a mixing bowl.

Add 3/4 cup of sour cream to the buttermilk.

Pour in 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of Dijon mustard.

Sprinkle in 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.

Add 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt (or 1/4 teaspoon of regular salt).

Mix in 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives.

Grate 1/2 teaspoon of garlic into the mixture.

Whisk all ingredients together until well combined.

Adjust thickness by using less buttermilk if desired.

Let the dressing sit for a while to thicken up if needed.

Serve over salad or as a dip with vegetables.

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