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Cucumber Ranch Dressing

July 28, 2014

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Cucumber Ranch Dressing – A creamy, dreamy ranch dressing with a subtle hint of cucumber.

Cucumber Ranch Dressing - A creamy, dreamy ranch dressing with a subtle hint of cucumber.

Ever since I was a little girl a salad was always a part of our family meal. The only kind of dressing I ever ate on my salad was ranch.

Now, as an adult I enjoy many kinds of dressings and vinaigrettes, but if ever asked, I’ll tell you that ranch is STILL my favorite.

Today I’m sharing a recipe for Cucumber Ranch Dressing.

It’s a creamy, dreamy ranch with just a subtle hint of cucumber. A perfect combination of flavors for a fresh, healthy summer salad. . .or just veggie dipping.

Cucumber Ranch Dressing
The secret to this dressing starts with cucumber juice. What? You’ve never seen or tasted cucumber juice? Well, then I’m glad you’re here!

You wash, peel and chop a cucumber, put it into a food processor and strain the juice from what I like to call the “pulp.”

You basically get it to a baby food-like consistency, toss it into a wire mesh colander and strain out the juice. A “standard-size” cucumber should produce about 1/4 cup of juice which is about the amount I use for the dressing.

Cucumber Ranch Dressing

In a separate bowl you mix mayo, sour cream, and a blend of spices, then start adding the cucumber juice in a little at a time.

The more juice you add, the less thick the dressing will be. Remember that you’ll want to let the flavors blend in the dressing so I usually refrigerate mine for a few hours before I actually serve it.

This stuff is so much better than bottled dressing. You can actually pronounce every ingredient that’s in it!

Cucumber Ranch Dressing
Love ranch dressing but you’re not a huge fan of cucumbers? It’s okay! Just prepare the recipe without adding the cucumber juice!

Either way, you’re going to love it, and so will your family! Always remember, ranch rules!

Cucumber Ranch Dressing - A creamy, dreamy ranch dressing with a subtle hint of cucumber.

Cucumber Ranch Dressing

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A creamy, dreamy ranch dressing with a subtle hint of cucumber.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried dill weed
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh chives (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Peel and chop the cucumber.
  2. Place it in a food processor until well pureed.
  3. Put the pureed cucumber through a wire mesh strainer and collect the juice in a cup. Set aside.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, parsley, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt and pepper.
  5. Add the cucumber juice to the mixture. It should be about 1/4 cup. Mix well.
  6. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
  7. Garnish with fresh chives.

Notes

  • The more cucumber juice you add the less thick the dressing will be!

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  1. shelley says

    August 18, 2014 at 3:20 pm

    I am wondering how long this will stay good for?

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    • Sara says

      August 19, 2014 at 5:00 pm

      Hi Shelley, the longest I’ve ever really kept the dressing is about two weeks.

      Reply
  2. Deborah Silva says

    January 12, 2015 at 9:07 am

    Have you ever substituted Greek yogurt for the mayonnaise?

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 12, 2015 at 11:21 am

      I haven’t but it sounds like a reasonable substitute. Good luck!

      Reply
  3. Mariah says

    December 6, 2015 at 12:48 pm

    I made this, but instead of juicing the cucumber I cut it in half, scooped out the seeds and ground the flesh of it into the dressing with the aid of my immersion blender. I saved time and a couple of dishes. It also wasn’t watery at all since the whole cucumber was used, not just the liquid parts. Delish!

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    • Sara says

      December 7, 2015 at 2:29 pm

      What a great idea, Mariah! So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  4. Anonymous says

    January 22, 2021 at 2:24 pm

    Love this recipe. I’m lactose intolerant so I made this with Green Valley sour cream. So good to have a delicious, creamy dressing that I can eat.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      January 25, 2021 at 10:25 am

      I’m so glad you are enjoying it!

      Reply
  5. Gina says

    December 25, 2022 at 12:10 am

    This is my ‘go to’ recipe for ranch dressing…..delicious!

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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