Ranch Dressing

Ranch dressing is a creamy, tangy American salad dressing and dip, typically made from a base of buttermilk, mayonnaise, and herbs like dill, parsley, and chives. It was invented in the 1950s by a plumber turned dude ranch owner in California to serve on his salad bar. Its signature flavor is a savory blend of garlic, onion, and herbs.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Ranch dressing is high in fat, primarily from its oil and buttermilk base, with a moderate amount of sodium and very little protein or carbohydrates. A standard two-tablespoon serving contains roughly 130-150 calories, making it a calorie-dense condiment.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	130 kcal
Protein	0.5 g
Carbs	1.5 g
Fat	14 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	260 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Vitamin K	5 mcg
Calcium	10 mg
Iron	0.1 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Phosphorus	15 mg
Magnesium	2 mg

Per 2 tablespoons (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, ranch has become a ubiquitous American flavor, famously used as a dip for everything from pizza crusts to chicken wings and even drizzled over French fries. Its rise from a regional ranch specialty to a national staple is a unique story of American culinary adaptation and marketing.