Zesty Ranch Sauce
Recipe: #4068
January 13, 2012
Categories: Sauce, Mexican, Southwest, 5 Ingredients Or Less, 5-Minute Prep, more
"This is a sauce that I found in a recipe for Amarillo Cheese Fries, but I love the sauce so I much I use it on quite a few things. The amounts can be adjusted to your taste. Whenever I make this, I double the recipe and leave it in the fridge for other dishes. I use it on my tacos, salads, fries, and taco pizza. Just to name a few ideas!"
Original is 5 servings
Ingredients
Nutritional
- Serving Size: 1 (61.6 g)
- Calories 292.2
- Total Fat - 31.3 g
- Saturated Fat - 5.1 g
- Cholesterol - 19 mg
- Sodium - 664.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 3 g
- Dietary Fiber - 0.3 g
- Sugars - 2.2 g
- Protein - 0.8 g
- Calcium - 22.7 mg
- Iron - 0.1 mg
- Vitamin C - 0.6 mg
- Thiamin - 0 mg
Step by Step Method
Step 1
Mix ranch and taco seasoning in a bowl. Preferably a bowl with a lid.
Step 2
Let set in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Very important! Store leftovers in a sealed container.
Step 3
Can be served with bacon cheese fries, but the possibilities are endless!
Tips
No special items needed.
Editorial Notes
The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.
- For a spicier ranch sauce, you can add more taco seasoning.
- Make sure to use a ranch dressing that you enjoy the flavor of, as it will be the dominant flavor in the sauce.
- Substitute the ranch dressing with Greek yogurt for a healthier option. This substitution reduces the fat content in the sauce, making it a healthier option for those who are looking for a lighter version.
- Substitute the taco seasoning with chili powder for a spicier option. This substitution increases the heat level of the sauce, making it a great choice for those who prefer a bit of a kick in their dishes.
Spicy Ranch Sauce Replace the taco seasoning with 1/4 cup of your favorite hot sauce. Mix all ingredients together and let set in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Store leftovers in a sealed container. Serve with bacon cheese fries or your favorite dish!
Spicy Chipotle Sauce Replace the taco seasoning with 1/4 cup of chipotle pepper in adobo sauce. Mix all ingredients together and let set in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to blend. Store leftovers in a sealed container. Serve with tacos, burritos, or your favorite dish!
Zesty Ranch Tacos: Tacos are the perfect vessel for this zesty ranch sauce! The combination of the creamy ranch with the spicy taco seasoning is sure to please. Plus, you can customize your tacos with whatever toppings you like!
Mexican Corn Salad: This Mexican-style corn salad is the perfect side dish to pair with zesty ranch tacos. It's light, fresh, and full of flavor from the combination of corn, peppers, tomatoes, and cilantro. The creamy ranch dressing will help to tie it all together for a delicious and balanced meal.
FAQ
Q: How long should I let the sauce set in the fridge?
A: Let the sauce set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Q: What kind of spices should I use in the sauce?
A: It depends on the type of sauce you are making. For a basic sauce, you can use garlic, onion, oregano, basil, and pepper. For a more complex flavor, you can add other herbs and spices such as cumin, paprika, and thyme.
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Fun facts:
The ranch dressing used in this recipe was first created in the 1950s by Steve Henson, who worked as a plumber in California. He and his wife Gayle invented the dressing and named it after their ranch.
The taco seasoning used in this recipe is a popular choice for many celebrities, including singer Taylor Swift, who has been known to enjoy a taco pizza with zesty ranch sauce.