This flavorful and creamy Southwest Ranch is simple to make and will elevate any dish you’re having to restaurant-level taste!
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If you’re from the Midwest you already understand the obsession with Ranch dressing but now you’re going to be even more addicted to my Southwest Ranch.
Making Southwest Ranch
You can easily buy a bottle of chipotle, spicy, or southwest ranch from your local grocery store but you don’t know what you’re going to get. It may not be spicy enough for you, or even worse- too spicy.
You also don’t know how thick it is going to be. What if you spend $5 dollar on a bottle just to find its way to thin? What’s the point!?
By making your own Southwest Ranch you can tailor it’s level of spice to what you prefer while also knowing you’ll be getting the beloved texture of classic Ranch dressing.
I found my preferred combination of Ranch dressing to taco seasoning to be:
1/2 cup Ranch : 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
Want it spicier? Add more taco seasoning! It’s as simple as that! If you tend to like your dips to be mega spicy consider sprinkling in some chipotle or paprika.
The Taco Seasoning
You can use whichever taco seasoning you prefer. It would be best to use a resealable container as you won’t be using too much. A large container of taco seasoning like this is a great option as you can close it afterwards but you can also use it for other cooking needs in the future!
You can also use the small pouches of taco seasoning but you may find that you are throwing some away.
Whichever you choose, it’ll taste awesome!
Ways to Enjoy Southwest Ranch
Southwest Ranch doesn’t have to be solely used as a dip or dressing. The uses for it are pretty much endless.
- A dressing for a mexican salad
- Dip for chicken nuggets and french fries
- A spread on your favorite sandwich
- Flavorful veggie dip
- Paired with fresh naan
- Drizzled on a wrap or burrito
- Combined with beans, corn, and rice for a quick lunch or snack
- Layer 8 of a 7-Layer appetizer
Prepping Southwest Ranch
Want to make enough Southwest Ranch to last a while instead of just enough for 1 meal? Use these conversions to decide how much you should make.
| 1 Cup Ranch | 1 Tablespoon Taco Seasoning |
| 2 Cups Ranch | 2 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning |
| 3 Cups Ranch | 3 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning |
| 4 Cups Ranch | 4 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning |
| 5 Cups Ranch | 5 Tablespoons Taco Seasoning |
Note: Be sure to store in an airtight container and label with the expiration date of the Ranch you used. Store in the refrigerator.
Want More?
Pair this Southwest ranch with: Southwest Chicken Quesadilla and Wrap and Mexican Black Bean and Corn Mix.
Looking for a different dip or dressing? Try out one of these!
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Southwest Ranch
Ingredients
- 1/2 Cup Ranch
- 1 Tablesspoon Taco seasoning
Instructions
- Add ranch and taco seasoning to a bowl. Thoroughly mix to evenly combine.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator if making ahead of time or keeping any leftovers
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