Recipe Directions
- 1. Just throw everything in your high-speed blender and blend until smooth! Easy!
The Rawtarian's Thoughts
By The Rawtarian Don't believe me that this could taste as good as old-school SAD (standard American diet) ranch? Just try it. I dare ya :)
Raw ranch dressing is another one of those things that I cannot believe it's possible to replicate raw. But, hallelujah, it is possible.
There is nothing like a nice fresh carrot dipped in raw ranch dressing, no?
And I have even had the pleasure of dipping my raw vegan pizza in raw ranch dressing. "Cue heavenly harp sound...."
So here's my favourite raw ranch dressing recipe for you... I use it basically like a normal salad dressing or dip. I usually make one batch and serve it as a vegetable dip, salad dressing and maybe even on a few more exciting things, like in a raw vegan BLT sandwich or dip raw pizza in it if I am feeling particularly daring.
Of course, you also know that the best vegetables to dip in raw ranch dressing are carrots and broccolli, right?
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Nutrition Facts
- This recipe is very low in Calories, and Carbohydrates.
- This recipe is low in Sodium.
- This recipe is a noteworthy source of Protein, Iron, Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, and Vitamin K.
Amounts per 76 g (3 oz) suggested serving
| Name | Amount | % Daily |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 228 | 9 % |
| Protein | 4 g | 7 % |
| Fat | 18 g | 23 % |
| Carbohydrates | 14 g | 4 % |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.9 g | 3 % |
| Sugars | 7 g | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 2 % |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 12 % |
| Sodium | 296 mg | 13 % |
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Comments and Reviews
Top voted
Ashley
Apr 21, 2013
Are you suppose to soak the cashews, or just throw in dry?
alli
Apr 12, 2013
I love this recipe too!! I've made it about 5 times now! My husband and I grew up on ranch dressing. We smeared it on everything! Now that we are dairy and gluten free we were missing it and didn't even know it. Tonight I made it to put on kale that I'll be dehydrating. I'm curious to see how it turns out. Thanks so much!
The Rawtarian
Apr 28, 2013
Dry, Ashley :)
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Teresa
Feb 02, 2024
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!!
I love that ranch. I’ve adapted it to fit my foodie desires, and it’s the most requested “ranch” recipe!
I love it till the very end!
I can get up to 10 days (I use more lemon juice than apple cider vinegar), and the flavor keeps improving; it’s incredible! There’s a “sweet spot” (so to speak) just before going sour that reminds me of blue cheese?
My foodie friends call me the adapting queen??? yet I give this recipe two thumbs up just the way it is also!????
My version of adoptions:
For the sweetener, I only tried real maple syrup, Grade A.
I’ve also made it with and without oil, using avocado oil, and with the oil cut in half. I decide based on who’s eating it and the dietary needs.??
I found the recipe does need ACV, just not as much for my version, as we love the lemon version better. I’ve used varied amounts of both, and at this moment, I don’t have my notes on the ratio I love the best.
I encourage people to play with the recipe to suit their desires.
Thank you, Rawfruitarian, for the recipe! ??
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Fran
Nov 27, 2020
Fran's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Still my FAVORITE dip/dressing! LOVE IT after years and years! You rock for making this!
Elliot Wilson
Oct 16, 2019
Elliot Wilson's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Too sweet, I would put half the amount of honey required
Elliot B Wilson
Oct 16, 2019
Elliot B Wilson's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Too sweet, I would put half the amount of honey required
Fran
Nov 27, 2020
I make it for my hubby and son without the "sweet" additive, still amazing!
amberl7590
Dec 29, 2018
amberl7590's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
I soaked my cashews this ranch came out delicious for some reason I feel if I don't soak my nuts I will ruin my vitamix which is ridiculous love this raw ranch.
The Rawtarian
Jan 03, 2019
Soaking a little bit always makes for smoother blending and a smoother texture. So although not necessary it's a good thing to do! :)
Syncah
Dec 15, 2018
Syncah's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
This is a game changer! I've made this recipe so many times--it's got me craving my salads!
The Rawtarian
Dec 18, 2018
That's what I like to hear, Syncah! xox
Katie
Feb 04, 2018
Katie 's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Amazing!! I am new to the raw lifestyle and this recipe is a lifesaver!! I have been tweaking it a little by increasing the dill to 1 tablespoon and the water to 1 cup, reducing the honey to 1 tablespoon and then adding two Serrano peppers (cuz I like it SPICY :)....I love your site!!
TBH Plant Based Reviews
Jan 30, 2018
We enjoyed this ranch and actually did a Video Review on our youtube channel!
Hope you check it out ! Thanks for the great recipe.
https://youtu.be/DCMUKROybrg
The Rawtarian
Jan 31, 2018
Nicely filmed review, you two! I'm glad you liked the recipe. Well done, and I'm looking forward to watching more content from you in the coming months!
Jess Renee
Jan 20, 2018
Jess Renee's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
This recipe was absolutely delicious! I am not one to comment online, but was so pleased and grateful I found this, I thought it best I did. I am on the second week of a 28 day fruit and veggie only cleanse. Salads were beginning to be very boring. This recipe gave my cleanse the new life it needed! I will certainly use this dressing even when I am not on the cleanse. Thanks!
The Rawtarian
Jan 23, 2018
Hi Jess,
I'm so glad you've been enjoying your cleanse... and that the ranch dressing helped to take it up a notch!
I find a nut pate (like this one) thrown on top of a basic salad also really helps brighten up a boring salad: https://www.therawtarian.com/raw-walnut-pate
Another option to try :)
Good luck with the rest of your challenge!
Panacea Center for Wellness
Dec 27, 2017
Nasdik777's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Super delicious like everything from The Rawtarian,Thank you.
The Rawtarian
Dec 28, 2017
I'm so glad you enjoyed the Ranch Dressing :) It's one of my faves
shortlis
Oct 21, 2017
I love the taste of this, but mine came out a bit grainy. Could it be because I don't have a Vitamix or perhaps I just need to add more water?
The Rawtarian
Oct 26, 2017
Yes - the graininess definitely is mostly to do with your blender. It's the cashews.
Ideally, you'd get a better blender (like Vitamix or Blendtec).
Another option is to soak your cashews in warm water for at least 30 minutes (the purpose is to soften them, so that they will blend more easily): soak in a big bowl, drain, rinse clean quickly, drain again. THEN PAT DRY WITH A CLEAN TEA TOWEL (to remove the excess water) - they don't have to be DRY, you just don't want to add too much excess moisture.
Good luck!
Vernesa
Sep 25, 2017
Vernesa's Review
Raw ranch dressing recipe
Any substitute for the oil? My family is on the plant based diet. I hope there is. We make this dressing every week and now that we are plant based I don't know how to replace the oil:(
Dave
Oct 17, 2017
Try replacing the cashews and oil with hemp seeds.
Vernesa
Oct 18, 2017
It's an interesting idea! I will try it out next time.
The Rawtarian
Oct 18, 2017
I haven't tried this myself, but it sounds like a good idea to me!
Definitely something to try. If anyone reading this tries it, please let us know how it turns out :)
The Rawtarian
Sep 28, 2017
Hi Vernesa,
There is no obvious substitute for the oil, but you can probably get away with reducing it by half. (For example, using 1/6 cup instead of a 1/3 cup)
michelef
Dec 31, 2017
I make the recipe without oil and it tastes great.
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The Rawtarian
Jan 02, 2018
Very good to know, Michelef!
Thanks for sharing your experience; it's comments like yours that make this place so useful.
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