Dairy-Free Classic Ranch Salad

Creamy, flavorful, and completely dairy-free, this Classic Ranch Salad is a fresh twist on a beloved favorite! Packed with crisp mixed greens, sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and vibrant carrot ribbons, this salad is elevated by a homemade vegan ranch dressing that’s irresistibly smooth and tangy. Made with unsweetened almond milk, vegan mayonnaise, fresh dill, and chives, the dressing is seasoned to perfection with garlic and onion powder, lemon juice, and a hint of maple syrup for balance. Ready in just 15 minutes, this plant-based salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a crowd-pleasing starter. Whether you’re vegan, lactose-intolerant, or simply looking for a healthier salad option, this Dairy-Free Classic Ranch Salad is sure to hit the spot!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 cups Mixed salad greens
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 large Carrot
• 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons Fresh chives
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Maple syrup
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
• 0.5 cup Vegan mayonnaise

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all fresh produce thoroughly.

Step 2

Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and set aside.

Step 3

Peel and slice the cucumber into thin rounds.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion and the carrot.

Step 5

In a large salad bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, sliced cucumber, red onion, and carrot.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, combine fresh dill, fresh chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 7

Add the lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, and maple syrup to the dry ingredients and whisk together until well combined.

Step 8

Whisk in the unsweetened almond milk and vegan mayonnaise until smooth and creamy. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Pour the dairy-free ranch dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 10

Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy your fresh, dairy-free classic ranch salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(996.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	473.1

Total Fat 24.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.6g
Cholesterol 27mg	0%
Sodium 1969.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 60.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 26.5g
Protein 9.5g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 409.5mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 1676.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.1%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 48.3%