Whole30 Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce

Creamy, tangy, and herbaceous, this Whole30 Homemade Ranch Dipping Sauce is a game-changer for healthy snacking and meal prep! Made with a base of blended cashews, this dairy-free and paleo-friendly ranch offers a luscious texture without the need for cream or buttermilk. Fresh lemon juice and apple cider vinegar provide a zesty kick, while dried dill, parsley, and chives create that unmistakable ranch flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes (plus soaking time) and packed with wholesome, clean ingredients, this sauce is perfect for dipping crisp veggies, drizzling over salads, or using as a flavorful topping for roasted meats. Whether you're following a Whole30 diet or simply looking for a healthier alternative to store-bought dressings, this ranch will be your new go-to condiment.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 1 cup Cashew nuts
• 0.5 cup Water
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dried dill
• 1 teaspoon Dried parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried chives
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Place the cashew nuts in a bowl and cover them with warm water. Let them soak for at least 2 hours to soften. For quicker soaking, use very hot water and let them sit for about 30 minutes.

Step 2

Drain and rinse the soaked cashews thoroughly.

Step 3

In a high-speed blender, combine the drained cashews, 0.5 cup of fresh water, lemon juice, and apple cider vinegar.

Step 4

Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender a couple of times.

Step 5

Add the dried dill, dried parsley, dried chives, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper to the blender.

Step 6

Blend again on high speed until the herbs are fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth.

Step 7

Taste the ranch sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the ranch dipping sauce to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to thicken and to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Serve chilled as a dipping sauce for veggies or as a dressing for salads. Shake or stir before serving as separation may occur.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(309.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	809.7

Total Fat 63.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2066.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.2g	0%
Total Sugars 7.9g
Protein 21.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 101.0mg	0%
Iron 9.1mg	0%
Potassium 874.9mg	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: 66.8%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 23.1%