Southwest Ranch Sauce (Printable)

Creamy, zesty sauce perfect for wings, salads, and wraps. Ready in 10 minutes.

# Components:

→ Base

01 - 1 cup mayonnaise
02 - ½ cup buttermilk, plus more as needed for thinning

→ Flavorings

03 - 2 teaspoons hot sauce
04 - 1 teaspoon ketchup

→ Seasonings

05 - 2 tablespoons dry ranch seasoning mix
06 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
07 - ½ teaspoon paprika
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
09 - ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
10 - ½ teaspoon kosher salt
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper

# Method:

01 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and buttermilk until smooth and well combined.
02 - Add the hot sauce and ketchup; whisk again until fully incorporated.
03 - Add the ranch seasoning mix, taco seasoning, paprika, cayenne pepper, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until fully incorporated and the sauce is creamy.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. For a thinner sauce, add more buttermilk one tablespoon at a time. For a thicker dip, reduce the buttermilk to ¼ cup.
05 - Transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend. Serve as a dip for wings, fries, and vegetables, or drizzle over salads and wraps.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This sauce comes together in under 10 minutes using pantry staples you probably already have
  • The flavor is so much better than store-bought versions, and you can customize the heat level to your liking
02 -
  • The sauce will thicken slightly in the fridge, so if you plan to use it as a drizzle, add another tablespoon of buttermilk before serving
  • This recipe actually tastes better after sitting for a day, so dont be afraid to make it ahead of time
03 -
  • If the sauce tastes too salty, add a teaspoon of honey to balance it out
  • For a protein boost, stir in a tablespoon of Greek yogurt after the sauce has chilled
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