Copycat Chili’s Creamy Avocado Ranch Recipe

A tasty and super easy dipping sauce, this Avocado Ranch is great for all your favorite dippers. With minimal ingredients and time, this is a great appetizer to throw together for any occasion.

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If you’ve never been to Chili’s they have this great Avocado Ranch that we absolutely love, but we don’t always have the time to go and spend money on.

So obviously, me being me, I love to make my favorite copycat recipes at home and that is exactly what I did with this one, and let me tell you it’s amazing.

This avocado dressing really takes super simple ingredients and throws them together in a food processor and in minutes you have this creamy texture that you cannot get enough of.

That creamy consistency is utterly satisfying. It makes the perfect match for my taste buds. It’s become one of my all time favorite dressings.

With a fun southwest flavor, this is great for all of your favorite dippers, chips are our go-to for this creamy avocado ranch dressing but you can use absolutely whatever you’d like.  It is even great as a salad dressing!

This is also great to make ahead and throw in the refrigerator when you need it, so if you are having a party you can make it before and take it out when everyone starts to get hungry.

This Avocado Ranch has the best flavor. I love having a homemade version of this creamy dressing with healthy ingredients that I can see. Let’s get into it!

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• WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
• INGREDIENTS NEEDED (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM OF THIS POST FOR THE FULL RECIPE CARD):
• HOW TO MAKE AVOCADO RANCH:
• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THIS RECIPE:
• DO I HAVE TO USE FRESH DILL?
• CAN I USE ANOTHER MILK?
• CAN I USE THIS AVOCADO RANCH FOR OTHER THINGS?
• I LOVE SPICE, CAN I MAKE THIS SPICY?
• ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?
• HOW TO STORE:
• DANA’S TIPS AND TRICKS:
• Copycat Chili’s Creamy Avocado Ranch Recipe

1. With a delicious array of ingredients, this does not lack flavor!
2. This can be made in mere minutes.
3. Double this homemade dressing recipe to serve more people.

• Buttermilk
• Mayonnaise
• Ripe Avocado
• Cilantro
• Scallions
• Garlic
• Lime juice
• Dill
• Kosher salt
• Cumin
• Pepper

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1. In a food processor, add the buttermilk, mayonnaise, avocado, cilantro, scallions, garlic, lime juice, dill, salt, cumin, and pepper.
2. For best results, process until smooth.
3. Transfer to a container with tight-fitting lid to store it in. Use it right away or place it in the fridge.

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DO I HAVE TO USE FRESH DILL?

If you cannot find fresh dill or you simply do not want to use it your dried dill weed will work as well, add 1 teaspoon in its place.

CAN I USE ANOTHER MILK?

Buttermilk is highly recommended for the creaminess and flavor of this recipe so I would suggest not swapping this ingredient out.

If you do not have buttermilk on hand, you can simply make it at home. For this recipe, you will want to take 1 cup of regular milk and add 1 Tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice.

Stir this together and let it sit for 5-10 minutes, stir again, and then use. This is a simple and easy way to make your own buttermilk at home.

CAN I USE THIS AVOCADO RANCH FOR OTHER THINGS?

Holy moly, is this dressing versatile!

It’s great as a veggie dip or drizzled on your favorite salad (Cobb salads, for instance).

It would also be amazing in place of a traditional sauce for a pasta salad or chicken salad.

I love it on taco salads as well. I’ve heard it goes great with grain bowls like quinoa. The sky is the limit!

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I LOVE SPICE, CAN I MAKE THIS SPICY?

To make this spicy, add some hot sauce, cayenne pepper, dried chipotle pepper, chopped fresh or pickled jalapeno, red chili flakes, or chipotle in adobo for a twist.

ANY SUBSTITUTIONS?

From the fresh veggies to the dairy, you can change out ingredients to find your own favorite way.

Oh, there are always options! I’ve got you covered, guys.

• Buttermilk: Substitute with oat milk or cashew milk mixed with a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar for a dairy-free option.
• Mayonnaise: Use vegan mayo for a plant-based alternative or plain Greek yogurt for a tangier flavor.
• Scallions: Replace with green onion or red onion for a slightly different taste.
• Lime Juice: Use lime juice concentrate, bottled lime juice, apple cider vinegar, or white distilled vinegar if you don’t have fresh limes.
• Fresh Dill: Substitute with dried dill (use half the amount) or use fresh basil for a unique flavor twist.

This can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator where it will last up to 5 days.

We do not recommend freezing.

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Want that favorite restaurant copycat dip that we all know and love but don’t want to spend the money?

Are you a ranch dressing lover?

Then you have to whip up a batch of my Avocado Ranch!

If you’ve tried this AVOCADO RANCH let me know in the comments how it turned out! You can follow me over on PINTEREST, INSTAGRAM OR FACEBOOK to find some more of our mouthwatering recipes!