Vegan Ranch Dressing

Whether you’re a vegan or just looking to incorporate more veggie-focused foods on your plate, this easy vegan ranch dressing recipe is a delicious and nutritious way to reimagine America’s favorite condiment.

Yes, you can enjoy the creamy texture, herby essence, and tangy flavor of classic ranch dressing without any eggs or dairy. It just takes a few simple plant-based food swaps! This recipe is so good that this veganized version may become one of your new go-to homemade salad dressing recipes.

Vegan Ranch Dressing Ingredients

• Vegan mayonnaise: Egg-free, dairy-free mayo is readily available in most supermarkets. You can also make vegan mayonnaise from scratch in no time at all with only a few ingredients.
• Dairy-free milk: Our recipe calls for almond or soy milk, but you can use any plain, unsweetened, nondairy milk alternatives.
• Fresh herbs: Fresh parsley and chives give that herbal pop you expect in ranch dressing. You can also use dried herbs.
• Apple cider vinegar: Mixing apple cider vinegar with dairy-free milk creates a vegan buttermilk. If you don’t have apple cider vinegar on hand, use lemon juice instead.
• Garlic: One garlic clove adds a ton of flavor to this dressing. Here are easy ways to peel garlic for any recipe.
• Other seasonings: Onion powder, paprika, dill weed, salt and pepper create the signature herbaceous ranch seasoning.

Directions

Step 1: Combine the ingredients

In a small bowl, whisk together the vegan mayonnaise, dairy-free milk, parsley, chives, cider vinegar, garlic, onion powder, dill weed, salt, pepper and paprika until well blended.

Step 2: Refrigerate the dressing

Cover and refrigerate the dressing for at least one hour before serving. Garnish with additional chives if desired.

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Vegan Ranch Dressing Variations

• Squeeze in some citrus: Brighten this vegan ranch dressing with a quick zest of lemon or lime juice.
• Make it spicy: If you like your sauce to have a kick of spice, add a dash of hot sauce or 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
• Add an avocado: Toss in some fresh or frozen avocados to add extra creaminess and a bright-green hue, similar to this avocado-lime ranch dressing.
• Up the umami: Add nutritional yeast for a nutty, cheesy umami flavor packed with plant-based protein, vitamins and minerals.
• Use a mix: For an even easier recipe for vegan ranch dressing, use our ranch dressing mix with nondairy ingredients.

How to Store Vegan Ranch Dressing

Store your vegan ranch dressing in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should last for up to two weeks.

Vegan Ranch Dressing Tips

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How do you use vegan ranch dressing?

Vegan ranch makes a perfect dip for fresh veggies on a vegan charcuterie board and for dunking vegan comfort foods. Pour it over a hearty vegan salad, zest up a plant-based potato salad or vegan pasta salad, or spread it on veggie burgers, hummus and veggie wrap-ups or a sandwich made with your favorite vegan bread. This versatile dressing makes a great addition to vegan recipes that everyone can appreciate!

What can you substitute for vegan mayo in vegan ranch dressing?

You can use dairy-free yogurt or sour cream to achieve a creamy texture and add a nice tang in the dressing. You can also blend soaked cashews with cauliflower, olive oil, lemon juice and a little water for a perfect plant-based mayo replacement. A ripe avocado can be mashed and added for a creamy, buttery, nutrient-rich dressing base. Also, silken tofu is an excellent alternative to vegan mayo due to its smooth, creamy texture. Blend it until smooth, and use it as a one-to-one replacement for mayo in your dressing.