Homemade BBQ Ranch Dressing
On July 16, 2025
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This Homemade BBQ Ranch Dressing brings all the rich, creamy goodness of traditional ranch, and adds a sweet kick with my Everything BBQ Sauce. Use this if you want to give a kiss of BBQ zest to your salads, sandwiches, and more.
Homemade BBQ Ranch Dressing
Everything you love about classic ranch, kicked up a notch with my signature Everything BBQ Sauce. This BBQ Ranch Dressing is a flavor-packed upgrade to your everyday salad dressing, veggie dip, or wing sauce. Whether you’re drizzling it over grilled chicken, dunking in crispy fries, or slathering it on burgers, this easy homemade dressing brings the BBQ to anything you eat.
Made with just a few pantry staples and my Fish & Veggie Rub and Everything BBQ Sauce, this dressing strikes a perfect balance between creamy, smoky, sweet, and tangy. And the best part? It only takes you 5 minutes to make.
What’s in BBQ Ranch Dressing
Forget bottled dressings with mystery ingredients. This one’s made from scratch with just a handful of ingredients and some Hey Grill Hey staples. Here’s what you’ll need:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons Hey Grill Hey Fish & Veggie Rub
- ¼ cup Hey Grill Hey Everything BBQ Sauce
You can use these homemade recipes to make your own Fish & Veggie Rub and Everything BBQ Sauce, or you can grab a bottle of your favorite sauce from the Hey Grill Hey Store. If you want a more traditional ranch profile, you can also try my Homemade Ranch Seasoning.
How to Make BBQ Ranch Dressing
Just follow these simple steps for a dressing that’ll have everyone asking for the recipe:
- Combine and mix. Combine all your ingredients into a large bowl, then stir with a rubber spatula until you have a consistency you’re happy with. I like a little swirl, so I mix everything but the BBQ sauce first and stir it in at the end. If you like a smooth finish, you can add it first.
- Chill, serve, and store. Serve your BBQ ranch immediately as a dressing for salads, or as a dip for wings, veggies, and more. Store any leftover BBQ ranch in an airtight container in your fridge, and enjoy it with everything for another 3-5 days.
Ways to Enjoy BBQ Ranch
If you’re anything like me, you’re already thinking of a dozen ways to use this BBQ Ranch Dressing. Here are some of my favorite pairings:
- Dressing: Drizzled on a crisp salad with grilled chicken or pulled pork.
- Dip: Dunked with bacon-wrapped pickles, fries, or smoked wings.
- Sauce: Spread onto burgers or steak sandwiches.
- Everyday: Use it as the centerpiece for veggie trays at your next gathering.
Susie’s BBQ Ranch Dressing Pro Tips
The recipe card at the end of the post has everything you need to make a killer BBQ Ranch Dressing, but these tips will take it over the top:
- Let it chill (if you can wait). This dressing is delicious right away, but if you’ve got the time, let it rest in the fridge for 30 minutes. The flavors meld and deepen, making it even better.
- Use quality mayo and sour cream. The creamy base is what gives this dressing its rich texture, so start with good stuff!
- Don’t skip the rub. My Fish & Veggie Rub is what brings that ranchy backbone to this BBQ twist. It’s loaded with savory herbs and spices that make the flavor pop.
Storing Your Dressing
If you have any remaining dressing after you’ve had your fill, store it in an airtight container or mason jar in the fridge. It’ll keep for 3–5 days, making it perfect for quick lunches, snack trays, or last-minute burger night sauces. Just give it a stir before each use, and you’re good to go.
More Awesome Condiment Recipes
If you’re into homemade condiments (and who isn’t?), be sure to check out the Condiments section on my site or fire up the Hey Grill Hey App. In the meantime, check out these popular recipes:
For even more saucy inspiration, head over to The Grill Squad and take my full class on rubs and sauces. We’ll turn you into a sauce boss in no time.
Simple BBQ Ranch Dressing Recipe
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Homemade BBQ Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 Tablespoons Hey Grill Hey Fish & Veggie Rub
- ¼ cup Hey Grill Hey Everything BBQ Sauce
Instructions
- Combine and mix. Combine all your ingredients into a large bowl, then stir with a rubber spatula until your dressing reaches your desired consistency. If you want a nice visual contrast in your sauce, wait to add the BBQ sauce until the last few stirs.½ cup mayonnaise, ¼ cup sour cream, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 2 Tablespoons Hey Grill Hey Fish & Veggie Rub, ¼ cup Hey Grill Hey Everything BBQ Sauce
- Serve and store. Your dressing is ready to enjoy immediately. You can also store any remaining dressing in an airtight container in your refrigerator, and enjoy for up to a week.
Notes
- Purchase in the Hey Grill Hey Store here
- Make your own following the recipe here
- Purchase in the Hey Grill Hey Store here
- Make your own following the recipe here
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
