BBQ Ranch Dressing: A Delicious and Easy Dip
Whip up this incredibly easy BBQ Ranch Dressing in minutes for a creamy, tangy, and smoky dip that's perfect for everything from chicken nuggets to pizza.
Equipment
- medium bowl
- whisk
- airtight container
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- ⅔ cup sour cream
- ½ cup barbecue sauce
- ½ cup milk
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon ranch seasoning mix
- ¼ teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
Notes
- The dressing will thicken as it chills; add milk one tablespoon at a time if a thinner consistency is desired.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days.
- Spoon the sauce into a mason jar for convenient storage.
- Garnish with fresh dill or chives before serving.
- Substitutions: Replace mayonnaise with double sour cream or plain Greek yogurt. Substitute lemon juice with apple cider vinegar, or replace milk and lemon juice with store-bought buttermilk.
- For a gluten-free or vegetarian version, ensure the barbecue sauce is labeled gluten-free.
- To add heat, include a pinch of paprika, cayenne, or use a spicy barbecue sauce.
- Flavors develop further after chilling in the refrigerator for a couple of days.
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, barbecue sauce, and lemon juice until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Stir in the ranch seasoning mix and black pepper.
- Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
This dressing thickens as it chills; add milk a tablespoon at a time for a thinner consistency. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days. For variations, consider substitutions for mayonnaise, lemon juice, or milk, and ensure gluten-free barbecue sauce for a GF version. Add spices for heat or allow flavors to meld for a couple of days.