Description
This smoky and creamy Chipotle Ranch Dressing combines the classic coolness of ranch with a spicy kick from chipotle peppers. Perfect as a salad dressing, dip, or sauce, this versatile condiment adds zest to any dish. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make at home!
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise: Provides a rich, creamy base.
- Sour Cream: Adds tanginess and smooth texture.
- Chipotle Peppers in Adobo Sauce: Imparts smoky heat and depth of flavor.
- Lime Juice: Brightens the dressing with fresh acidity.
- Garlic Powder: Enhances the savory profile.
- Onion Powder: Adds subtle sweetness and depth.
- Dried Dill: Introduces a hint of herbal freshness.
- Paprika: Enhances color and adds mild sweetness.
- Salt & Pepper: Balances and elevates all flavors.
- Milk or Buttermilk: Adjusts the dressing to desired consistency
Instructions
- Prepare the Blender: Add mayonnaise, sour cream, and chopped chipotle peppers with adobo sauce into a blender or food processor.
- Blend Base Ingredients: Pulse the mixture until smooth and well combined.
- Incorporate Seasonings: Add lime juice, garlic powder, onion powder, dried dill, paprika, salt, and pepper to the blender.
- Blend Until Smooth: Process the mixture until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and the dressing is smooth.
- Adjust Consistency: If the dressing is too thick, add milk or buttermilk one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition until reaching the desired consistency.
- Taste and Season: Taste the dressing and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or lime juice as needed.
- Chill Before Serving: Transfer the dressing to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
- Storage: Keep the dressing refrigerated in an airtight container for up to one week.
- Spice Level: For a milder dressing, use fewer chipotle peppers; for extra heat, add more.
- Consistency: Adjust the thickness by varying the amount of milk or buttermilk.
- Alternative Ingredients: Greek yogurt can replace sour cream for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: condiment
- Method: blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10 g
Keywords: chipotle ranch dressing, spicy ranch, homemade dressing, salad dressing, chipotle sauce