I Just Found Out That Some Ranch Dressings Are Dyed—Here's What That Means

Don’t panic, it’s probably safe.

I askedKelly Jones, M.S., RD, CSSD, to help ease my concernshere’s what she said.

Why Is Ranch Dressing Dyed?

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But is the pigment that gives ranch its classic color dangerous?

TheFDAallows titanium dioxide in foods, but it can’t exceed 1% of the product.

So, as long as you enjoy it in moderation, you should be fine.

If you’re still concerned, you could switch to a bottled dressing that’s free of titanium dioxide.

Or you could always make your own healthier DIY ranch dressings and dips at home.