This simple Taco Bell creamy avocado ranch sauce is an extremely versatile sauce that pairs with a multitude of your favorite Mexican foods and more while only requiring 7 ingredients. The ingredients can be mixed up within 5 minutes only needing a blender and then saved in a convenient squeeze bottle so it is ready for use whenever you need it.
This homemade version of Taco Bell's delicious avocado ranch is the perfect way to add a zesty punch of flavor to any dish while avoiding the delivery fee of ordering it from the u.s. taco bell restaurant. It is a great recipe to make it the summer months to add to fresh salads or sandwich wraps. It can also be a great sauce to make for game day to pair with different appetizers.
This was inspired by my hot honey ranch recipe on this site, and pairs well with this white chicken enchiladas with cream cheese recipe.
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Ingredients
The base of this simple recipe is sour cream and fresh avocado. Using fresh avocado is very important for the fresh, natural flavor and creaminess of the dish. Lime juice and buttermilk are then added both for flavor and texture. The sauce is finished up with ranch seasoning, garlic powder and fresh dill to round out the zesty flavor.
- sour cream
- avocado
- lime
- garlic powder
- ranch seasoning
- fresh dill
- buttermilk
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: In a blender, add sour cream. Cut avocado in half, remove the skin and pit. Add half of the avocado into the blender. Blend together until creamy.
- Step 2: Squeeze fresh lime juice into the blender. Add in buttermilk. Blend until combined.
- Step 3: Chop up fresh dill. Add dill to the blender. Add in ranch seasoning and garlic powder.
- Step 4: Mix until combined. Serve immediately or save for later.
Hint: To make sure your avocado is ripe so you get a nice and smooth avocado puree when it is added to the sauce, gently squeeze the avocado. When squeezing the avocado, it should give slightly but will not feel overly mushy. The color of the skin can also indicate ripeness since it begins to darken when ripe.
Substitutions
- Avocado - if you cannot find a ripe avocado, use a pre made guacamole, this may alter the flavor slightly depending on seasonings but will still give an avocado purée texture
- Sour Cream - use mayonnaise if sour cream is not available
- Lime - instead of a fresh squeezed lime, use lime or lemon juice concentrate or another citrus fruit juice, lemon and lime are the best options
Variations
- Regular - omit avocado for a regular buttermilk ranch recipe
- Hot Honey - add hot honey instead of avocado for a spicy flavor kick
- Southwestern Ranch - change up the seasonings for a southwestern flavor combination
See this Southwestern Ranch recipe on my website!
Equipment to Make Avocado Ranch Taco Bell Recipe
To make this recipe, you will need a blender or a food processor. A sharp knife and cutting board as well as measuring spoons and cups are also needed.
Storage
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container, mason jar or a leftover 12-ounce bottle of taco bell sauce with the taco bell logo for up to 2 weeks.
These ingredients don't stand up well to freezing.
Top Tip
If your sauce feels too thick, add buttermilk one tablespoon at a time until it reaches your preferred pourable consistency. This helps balance creaminess with fluidity, perfect for drizzling or dipping.
FAQ
While fresh avocado yields the best texture and flavor, frozen avocado can be used in a pinch. Make sure to thaw it completely and mix in well to achieve a smooth sauce and avoid avocado chunks.
Yes, this copycat Taco Bell avocado ranch sauce is good when kept in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Letting it sit for a few days before serving also allows the flavors to mend together nicely.
Yes, this avocado ranch sauce recipe is completely gluten free.
This recipe pairs well with your favorite easy Mexican foods. The perfect amount of creamy avocado ranch sauce can help elevate these flavors with just a few simple ingredients. It can also be delicious to pair with pita chips for a simple and tasty snack.
Yes! Search on TikTok - make taco bell avocado ranch and my video should pop up.
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📖 Recipe
Copycat Creamy Avocado Ranch Sauce From Taco Bell
Equipment
- 1 blender or food processor
- 1 sharp knife and cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- ¾ cup sour cream
- ½ avocado
- 1 lime juiced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning
- 1 tablespoon dill
- ½ cup buttermilk
Instructions
- In a blender, add sour cream. Cut avocado in half, remove the skin and pit. Add half of the avocado into the blender. Blend together until creamy.
- Squeeze fresh lime juice into the blender. Add in buttermilk. Blend until combined.
- Chop up fresh dill. Add dill to the blender. Add in ranch seasoning and garlic powder.
- Mix until combined. Serve immediately or save for later.
Notes
- save leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
- these ingredients do not stand up well to freezing.
- use a ripe avocado for best results.
Nutrition
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Elliot says
Love this with quesadillas
Alicia Moyer says
The best combo!