This homemade ranch seasoning without buttermilk makes a flavorful spice mix with just six simple ingredients. It works perfectly for homemade ranch salad dressings, buffalo dips, chips, french fries, popcorn, baked potatoes and more!
Without the buttermilk and with our easy substitution this recipe is dairy-free and vegan.
Once the Fall sports and Football season rolls around, I find that I'm making this homemade ranch seasoning recipe all the time! Ranch seasoning is a key part of buffalo flavored game day snacks and also a family favorite seasoning in general.
This recipe is a key component of my Crispy Buffalo Chickpeas and my Dairy-Free Buffalo Chicken (or cauliflower) Dip.
We also love to sprinkle it on Homemade Circle Fries and a variety of other snacks like popcorn and baked potatoes.
For another simplified seasoning mix, check out my flavorful Italian Seasoning Substitute.
How to make it (with photos)
Sometimes known as "dry ranch", this homemade vegan ranch seasoning mix could not be any easier.
Ingredient Notes + Substitutions
This homemade ranch seasoning without buttermilk recipe needs just six simple ingredients.
What is a substitute for buttermilk powder in ranch seasoning mix?
The best buttermilk substitute in ranch seasoning mix is nutritional yeast or coconut milk powder. Nutritional yeast has a dairy-like flavor and also packs B vitamins, protein, and fiber into dairy-free recipes and is my substitute of choice.
Note that it is not a 1:1 substitute, so I recommend making the recipe according to my ratio and instructions and altering it to fit your taste afterwards.
This recipe uses just these six simple spices for the best easy homemade ranch seasoning without buttermilk:
- dried dill weed
- dried parsley
- nutritional yeast
- salt
- garlic powder
- black pepper
This recipe is naturally vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free and paleo. However, I recommend always checking spices for additives. All McCormick's pure spices (single spices, not blends) are gluten-free.
Make your own perfect variation
Some ranch seasonings also include onion powder and dried chives, however we thought they weren't necessary for that classic ranch flavor. Feel free to try a variation with more or less spices to find your perfect flavor!
Did you know that 80% of our sense of taste actually comes from our sense of smell? Therefore, if it smells good, it's likely it will taste good too!
Use your sense of smell to test any additional spices by sniffing your ranch mix beside a new spice. Or add a spice you already included to see if you might like even more of that spice!
See the recipe card for a full list of ingredients with quantities.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Learn how to make homemade ranch seasoning mix without buttermilk in just 1 easy step.
- Combine + Mix: Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Stir or shake gently until the spices are well mixed. Store leftover ranch seasoning mix in an airtight container at room temperature and out of direct sunlight for up to 6 months.
10 ways to use it
Ranch seasoning provides a bold and versatile flavor. Here's a fun list of 10 ways to use this homemade ranch seasoning without buttermilk in your kitchen:
- Ranch Roasted Veggies - Toss chopped root vegetables, broccoli, cauliflower, or whatever you have on hand that's roastable with oil. After baking, sprinkle liberally with ranch seasoning and toss to coat evenly for a flavor-packed side.
- Ranch Popcorn - Sprinkle on buttered popcorn for a bold twist.
- Savory Ranch Dip - Mix this seasoning with dairy-free yogurt or mayo for a quick dip.
- Ranch Chicken Tenders - Coat chicken in ranch seasoning before baking.
- Zesty Mashed Potatoes - Stir into mashed potatoes for an herby boost.
- Ranch Snack Mix - Toss with nuts, pretzels, and crackers.
- Flavored Rice or Quinoa - Stir into cooked grains for instant seasoning.
- Ranch Burger Patties - Mix into ground turkey or beef before cooking.
- Seasoned Fries - Sprinkle on hot fries or tater tots for extra zing.
- Ranch Salad Dressing - Classic but never boring-just whisk with your favorite dairy-free milk and mayo!
Recipe FAQs
Here I answered some frequently asked questions about this homemade ranch seasoning mix without buttermilk. Don't see your question? Leave it in the comments at the end of this post and I'll answer within two business days.
Store leftover ranch seasoning mix without buttermilk in an airtight container at room temperature and out of direct sunlight for up to 6 months.
Nutritional yeast is a substitute for dry buttermilk powder in traditional ranch seasoning mixes. You can also used dried coconut milk powder or dried milk powder. I've also seen recipes recommend cream of tartar as a replacement, but I haven't tried it yet so I can't recommend it myself.
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📖 Recipe
Homemade Ranch Seasoning without buttermilk
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried dillweed
- 1 tablespoon dried parsley
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- 1 tablespoon salt
- ½ tablespoon garlic powder
- ¼ tablespoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine + Mix: Add all the ingredients to a small bowl or jar. Stir or shake gently until the spices are well mixed. Store leftover ranch seasoning mix in an airtight container at room temperature and out of direct sunlight for up to 6 months.
Barbara says
This was exactly what I needed for my homemade chips and I had all the ingredients on hand.