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Spice meets creamy! This JalapeƱo Ranch Dressing is cool, tangy, and just the right amount of zesty heat. Perfect for drizzling, dipping, or smothering on everything from salads to tacos.

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Your Ranch Glow-Up

  • Cool with a Kick:Ā Creamy ranch gets a bold upgrade with fresh jalapeƱos for just the right balance of heat and tang.
  • Versatile: Use it as a salad dressing, dip for veggies, drizzled over tacos and chimichangas, or even a sauce for burgers and wraps.
  • Fresh & Flavorful:Ā Made with real herbs, lime, and jalapeƱos, this dressing tastes way brighter than anything store-bought.
  • Quick to Whip Up:Ā Toss everything in a blender and youā€™ve got a delicious dressing in minutes!

JalapeƱo Ranch Dressing Ingredients

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  • Swap the Base: For a lighter, tangy twist, you can replace some or all of the mayo and sour cream with plain Greek yogurt instead.
  • Turn Up the Heat:Ā Want an extra kick? Then stir in a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder to spice things up.
  • Get Creative:Ā This jalapeƱo dressing isnā€™t just for salads! Use it as a dip for avocado egg rolls, a spread on sandwiches, or a drizzle over tacos.

How to Make JalapeƱo Ranch Dressing

This easy recipe comes together in just minutes. Itā€™s so simple and has fresh ingredients and the best flavor, youā€™ll never go back to store-bought!

  1. Combine:Ā Add all of the ingredients into aĀ blenderĀ or food processor.
  2. BlendĀ Ingredients:Ā Blend the ingredients until smooth and creamy. Enjoy this dressing on salads, use it as a dip for vegetables, or a sauce for anything you desire!
Jalapeno ranch dressing ingredients added to the blender. Jalapeno ranch dressing ingredients added to the blender.
All of the ingredients blended up. All of the ingredients blended up.

Alyssaā€™s Pro Tip

JalapeƱo: If you LOVE the spicy jalapeƱo flavor, then add 2 jalapeƱos to the blender! You can also throw in a few seeds because thatā€™s where the heat is.

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  • In a blender, add 1 cup mayonnaise, Ā½ cup sour cream, Ā¼ cup buttermilk, 1 (1-ounce) packet ranch seasoning powder, 1 whole jalapeƱo, 2 teaspoons lime juice, Ā½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, and Ā¼ teaspoon salt

  • Blend until smooth and combined. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Storage: Keep jalapeƱo ranch in an airtight jar or container in the fridge for up to 1 week. Stir or shake before using if ingredients settle.

Calories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 14mgSodium: 133mgPotassium: 30mgFiber: 0.1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 138IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 18mgIron: 0.1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Small jar of JalapeƱo ranch dressing. Small jar of JalapeƱo ranch dressing.

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