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    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    Published on September 20, 2018 - Updated on January 16, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    A great Jalapeño Ranch Dressing that you can use on turkey burgers or use it for dipping! Be warned though, it does come with a little kick!
     
    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    The one dish we have at least once a week is Turkey Burgers with Fries. I usually put wasabi mayo, tomato and cheese on mine but this time around I wanted something new. This is where this Jalapeño Ranch Dressing recipe comes into play.

    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    When I am not in the kitchen experimenting with new recipes for this food blog, I am just like everyone else, making dishes that are quick & easy to make after a long day at work.

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    What was a surprise to me is that while this Ranch Dressing was delish on my turkey burger, the wife loved dipping her fries in it instead of ketchup. Go figure.

    For another great Jalapeño based condiment, make sure you try my Hot Jalapeño Mustard recipe! Muy Caliente!

    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    I realize that many people out there do not like the taste of Cilantro. If that's you, you can omit that ingredient. It will not have a significant effect on the overall taste.

    Do you ever wonder what makes Jalapeno Peppers so hot? Well check out this article on Wikipedia for more information.

    🌶 How to Handle Hot Peppers

    The capsaicin in hot peppers is what makes peppers hot. If you handle hot peppers gloveless, it’s a guarantee that you’re in for a nasty case of chili burn, both on your fingers and anywhere you rub. Like your face. Ouch!

    Even if you wear disposable gloves, be careful about what you touch. The gloves are going to protect your fingers, but touching any part of your body with the gloves after you’ve handled hot peppers can lead to severe chili burn. Resist the temptation to rub your eyes. Wait until you’ve removed your gloves and washed your hands thoroughly with soap.

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    🌡️ How Hot are the Peppers

    The Scoville Scale is the measurement that tells you the spiciness of a given type of pepper.

    Pepper TypeScoville Rating (Heat)
    Bell Pepper0-0
    Banana Pepper0-500
    Poblano Pepper1000-1500
    Jalapeño Pepper2500-8000
    Serrano Peppers10,000-25,000
    Manzano Pepper12,000-30,000
    Tabasco & Cayenne30,000-50,000
    Habanero Pepper100,000-300,000
    Ghost Pepper855,000-1,000,000
    Carolina Reaper1,500,000-2,300,000

    For more great recipes with Cilantro and Jalapeño, I suggest you check out these recipes:

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      Easy Steak Tacos
    • carne asada tacos
      Easy Carne Asada
    • taco bell green sauce
      Copycat Taco Bell Green Sauce
    • Spicy Quinoa Sweet Potato Tacos
      Spicy Quinoa Sweet Potato Tacos

    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Jalapeño Ranch Dressing recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Low Fat Buttermilk, Mayonnaise, Jalapeños, Garlic Cloves, Green Onions, Lime Juice, Fresh Cilantro and Salt & Pepper.

    🥣 How to Make Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree to the desired consistency.
    Let the sauce sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. This will allow all the flavors to meld. You can use it immediately, but the longer you let it sit in the refrigerator, the more flavorful it will be.

    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    Jalapeño Ranch Dressing

    A great Jalapeño Ranch Dressing that you can use on turkey burgers or use it for dipping! Be warned though, it does come with a little kick!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Condiments, Sauces & Dry Rubs
    Cuisine American, Mexican
    Servings 10
    Calories 81 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • ¼ Cup Low Fat Buttermilk
    • ½ Cup Mayonnaise
    • 1 Fresh Jalapeño, Stemmed and Seeded
    • 2 Garlic Cloves
    • 1 Green Onions
    • ⅛ Cup Fresh Lime Juice
    • Fresh Cilantro
    • Salt and Pepper, to Taste

    Instructions
     

    • Place all the ingredients in a food processor and puree to the desired consistency.
    • Let the sauce sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator. This will allow all the flavors to meld. You can use it immediately, but the longer you let it sit in the refrigerator, the more flavorful it will be.

    Notes

    → Cilantro can be overpowering at times. Adjust the amount of cilantro to taste.
    → You can also adjust the heat of the sauce by the amount of jalapeños you use. 1 Large stemmed & seeded jalapeños will give this sauce a pretty good kick!
    → I recommend wearing disposable gloves when cutting hot peppers. Avoid touching your face.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 81kcalFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 77mgPotassium: 12mgVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 8mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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