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Zesty Ranch Dressing

Combine fresh herbs with cream Greek yogurt, lime, and special seasonings for a totally homemade version of this American classic. Transfer to an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 1 week.
Course Appetizer, condiment, Salad, sauce, Side Dish
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • ¾ cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
  • ½ cup buttermilk or cream
  • mayonnaise
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh chives or green onion
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh dill
  • 2 to 3 Tbsp. lime juice
  • ½ tsp. garlic powder
  • ½ tsp. tsp. freshly ground black pepper
  • ½ tsp. kosher salt
  • ¼ to ½ tsp. ground Mexican chile (such as guajillo pepper), or Alleppo, cayenne, or crushed red pepper
  • ¼ tsp. lime zest

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients in a blender. Pulse and blend until smooth. Transfer to a jar or container. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour before serving or up to 1 week.
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