Eat Just, formerly known as Hampton Creek, has been one of the most tumultuous little plant-based companies. Their products have swung in and out of availability multiple times, and they’ve been plagued with legal battles. In late 2020, we thought they were phasing their salad dressing line out for good, but it’s back again! It seems four years of “pseudo online bullying and boxes of hate mail” from Just Ranch fans going through withdrawals was influential.
Eat Just Relaunches Just Ranch in Two Dairy-Free Varieties
Eat Just has relaunched both the Original and Chipotle Just Ranch flavors. But this time around, they’ve swapped the squeeze bottle for mayonnaise-style jars. Loyal Just Ranch followers should also be aware that the formula has changed slightly. They are very minor changes to the seasonings and additives, so they might go unnoticed in the taste and consistency.
Ranch
Ingredients: expeller-pressed canola oil, water, sugar, white distilled vinegar, contains less than 2% of autolyzed yeast extract, calcium chloride, dehydrated onion, garlic puree (garlic, citric acid), lactic acid, lemon juice concentrate, modified food starch, natural flavors, pea protein, propylene glycol alginate and xanthan gum, salt, spices, xanthan gum, yeast extract. (Also available in a shelf-stable version containing the preservative calcium disodium EDTA.)
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoons): 130 calories, 14g fat, 220mg sodium, 2g carbs, 0g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 1g added sugar), 0g protein.*
Chipotle Ranch
Ingredients: expeller-pressed canola oil, water, sugar, white distilled vinegar, contains less than 2% of autolyzed yeast extract, calcium chloride, chipotle sauce (chile peppers, chipotle, natural flavor, salt, citric acid), dehydrated onion, garlic puree (garlic, citric acid), lactic acid, lime juice concentrate, modified food starch, natural flavors, pea protein, propylene glycol alginate and xanthan gum, salt, spices, xanthan gum. (Also available in a shelf-stable version containing the preservative calcium disodium EDTA.)
Nutrition (per 2 tablespoons): 140 calories, 14g fat, 220mg sodium, 2g carbs, 0g fiber, 1g sugars (includes 1g added sugar), 0g protein.*
Just Ranch FAQs
What Exactly Changed in the Formula?
The primary ingredients have stayed the same, though we can’t confirm if any ingredient ratios were adjusted. All changes were in the “2% or less” ingredients. The phosphoric acid, dehydrated shiitake mushroom, cultured dextrose, and potassium sorbate were removed from the recipe. Propylene glycol alginate, which is a thickener, emulsifier, and stabilizer, was added. Again, these were very minor ingredients, so you might not even notice these changes.
Is Just Ranch back for Good?
I don’t think anyone can answer that question. The last time it came back on the market, it was discontinued in less than a year. Before that it seemed fleeting as well. We hope that this becomes a mainstay product line for Eat Just, but only time will tell!
Are the Jars Glass or Plastic?
The initial re-launch is in glass jars, not plastic.
I Can’t Find it Locally. Can I Order It?
Not as of yet, but some online shops might start carrying it soon. It is shelf-stable, so it can be shipped. In the meantime, try whisking your own Dairy-Free Ranch Dressing. It’s easy and we prefer it to store bought!
More Facts on Just Ranch Vegan Salad Dressing
- Price: $7.99 per 12-ounce jar
- Availability: It’s now sold at Whole Foods stores across the U.S. The dressings will begin rolling out to other grocers starting in the spring of 2024. They are coming out in shelf-stable jars first, but might be available refrigerated in the near future.
- Certifications: We did not note any certifications on this product.
- Dietary Notes: By ingredients, it’s dairy-free / non-dairy, egg-free, gluten-free, nut-free, peanut-free, soy-free, vegan, and vegetarian.*
- For More Product Information: Visit the Eat Just website at www.ju.st.
*Always read the ingredient and nutrition statement prior to consumption. Ingredients, processes, and labeling are subject to change at any time for any company or product. Contact the company to discuss their manufacturing processes if potential allergen cross-contamination is an issue for you. No food product can be guaranteed “safe” for every individual’s needs. You should never rely on ingredient and allergen statements alone if dealing with a severe food allergy.
Awesome
Can’t tell the difference from real ranch.
Awesome
This stuff is fabulous!!! Thank goodness I ordered half a dozen bottles earlier this year because now I can’t find it anywhere!!!!!!!?
Ranch
It is the best vegan ranch on the market!
Please don’t stop making it
Just Ranch-where to buy?
We love Just Ranch but we can’t find anymore anywhere! Where can we restock?
Response from Go Dairy Free
It’s uncertain if they have discontinued Just Ranch. It hasn’t been on the company’s website in years, despite going in and out of production several times. And the company doesn’t seem to be able to give a straight answer. It might be discontinued, it might just be having production / supply chain issues again.
Simply the best
I’ve tried many other Vegan Ranch Dressings and “Just Ranch” is by far the best
Absolutely love it, but why is it so hard to get??
This is one of the best vegan dressings out there. It’s just so hard to find. I got it at Fresh Market once (about 2/3 months ago in Georgia) and haven’t seen it since. Neither Walmart nor Publix seem to stock it. Its very frustrating when you want to support the company.
Best non dairy dressing out there
It’s the most amazing non dairy product, it was perfect for my daughter and myself and we’re very sad when it disappeared off the shelves.
So Delicious
I love my ranch! So when I made the health concience reason to go dairy and gluten free, I was upset that it meant no ranch dressing for me. But, some friends told me about it. I was skeptical, but decided to try it. First time I ordered 3 bottles and when I first tasted it, I knew I had to have more. So I ordered 4 more bottles! Best tasting stuff ever! ❤️
Missed it...Now it is back!
Going to order! Was so disappointed when it disappeared. So glad it is back!
Love love love Just Ranch
Our family has to be dairy free and we are crazy excited that this product is available again!! Happy Day!!