This jalapeno ranch dressing recipe is delicious over salads, bowls, or tacos. Enjoy it as a dip with fresh vegetables, chips, or even french fries and chicken.
2/3cupplain Greek Yogurtdairy-free if needed (Note 2)
1/4cupfresh cilantro leaves
1fresh jalapeño (with or without the seeds)roughly chopped (Note 3)
1/4cupmild salsa verde (Note 4)
1tablespoonhoney
2Tablespoonslime juice(1 lime)
2teaspoonsdried chives
1/2teaspoondried dill
1/2teaspoononion powder
1clovegarlic(Note 5)
1/2teaspoonsalt
2-3tablespoonmilkany kind
INSTRUCTIONS
Add all of the ingredients, except the milk, to a food processor or high-speed blender. Pulse it or blend it for 1-2 minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl or blender as needed, until it's completely smooth
Open the lid to check the consistency and add up to 3 Tablespoons of milk if the dip is too thick. Taste and add additional salt or lime juice as needed.
Recipe Equipment
Food processor or high-speed blender
Notes
Note 1. Mayonnaise. I like the brand Primal Kitchen because of the quality of its ingredients. It's made with avocado oil. However, any mayo you have on hand will work.Note 2. Greek Yogurt. Any brand will work here. We tested this with Kite Hill and Silk plant-based Greek Yogurt and they were both delicious.Note 3. Jalapeño. Scrape out the seeds of the jalapeño if you don't want is as spicy, or leave them in for more heat. You can swap the fresh jalapeño for 1/2 cup of pickled jalapeños.Note 4. Salsa Verde. Swap this for diced green chiles. We've even used green enchilada sauce in a pinch.Note 5. Garlic. You can swap fresh garlic for 1 teaspoon of garlic powder.Storage Instructions.Store any extra creamy jalapeno in an airtight container, like a mason jar, in the fridge for up to 2 weeks. It may thicken slightly as it cools, so stir in a splash of milk if needed before serving again.Store-bought Ranch Seasoning. Instead of the spices, you can use a 1-ounce packet of ranch seasoning mix.