This Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing is a favorite of pickle lovers! It goes well on any green salad and makes the perfect appetizer dip.
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If you're a pickle fan or a ranch lover, listen up - this dill pickle ranch dressing is calling your name! One taste and you'll be hooked on the tangy flavors of garlic, pickles, and creamy ranch mingling together.
Drizzled over crisp lettuce or used as a veggie dip, it is the best way to liven up plain vegetables. I love to use it as a ranch dip for carrots, cherry tomatoes, or any fresh veggies. It also make a great dip for chicken wings, homemade french fries, or any other way you use traditional ranch dressing.
Are you a true pickle fanatic? Try it as a dip for Crispy Fried Pickles!
For such an easy 5 minute mix in simple ingredients, it packs some serious punch. Quick, tasty, and customizable - what's not to love? The best part of making homemade dressings is that you are in control of the flavors and ingredients.
Let's get into how to make your own pickle juice ranch dressing!
Ingredients Needed
- Mayonnaise- This forms the base of the pickle ranch dressing, keeping it creamy and smooth.
- Dill pickle juice- You can use the pickle brine from your favorite pickles for this homemade ranch dressing.
- Dill pickles- Use your favorite kind of pickle, but just be sure they aren't the sweet variety. You can also use dill pickle relish if you have it on hand. For the crispiest dill pickles we recommend using the type you find refrigerated at the store - not the ones on the canned goods aisle.
- Olive oil- This makes the dressing smooth. Add a bit more than the dill pickle salad dressing recipe calls for to thin it out.
- Garlic powder- This adds a savory flavor that complements the tang of the pickles.
- Dried dill- The only thing that could make dill pickles better is more dill! You can also use fresh dill if you have it on hand.
How to Make Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing
- Combine mayo, pickle juice, pickles, and olive oil: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, pickle juice, chopped pickles (or relish), and olive oil until fully blended.
- Add seasonings and stir: Next add garlic powder, dried dill, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until combined.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy!
Expert Tips
- You can use a store-bought ranch dressing seasoning packet in place of the garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper if you prefer. This recipe will take about 2 teaspoons of ranch seasoning mix.
- Letting the tangy dill pickle ranch dressing chill for at least 30 minutes allows all the flavors to develop and blend together nicely.
Variations and Substitutions
- For a creamier texture, use full-fat sour cream instead of mayonnaise.
- Feel free to adjust the seasonings to suit your taste buds. Add more dill weed for extra dill flavor and onion powder or green onion for more of a savory kick.
- Substitute lemon juice or vinegar for part or all of the pickle juice to make it less briny tasting.
- For spicy dill pickle ranch, add ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper or use spicy pickles.
- Swap out half the mayo for plain nonfat Greek yogurt to add tang and lighten it up.
Storage
After making the dressing, transfer it to an airtight glass jar or container. Properly stored in an airtight container, the dressing will keep fresh in the fridge for up to 1 week. Be sure to give it a good stir before serving, as some separation may occur during storage.
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Recipe FAQs
Using sweet pickles would significantly alter the taste. I recommend regular dill pickles or Kosher dill pickles, but you can experiment with any type of pickle you like.
An opened jar of refrigerated dill pickles stays fresh for about 3 months. Discard if they become soft or develop a bad odor.
To make it thicker to use as a ranch dill pickle dip, just omit the olive oil.
📖 Recipe
Dill Pickle Ranch Dressing
Ingredients
- ½ cup mayo
- 2 T pickle juice
- 2 T dill pickles chopped, or dill pickle relish
- 1 T olive oil
- ¾ t garlic powder
- ½ t dried dill
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayo, pickle juice, chopped pickles (or relish), and olive oil until fully blended.
- Next add garlic powder, dried dill, and salt and pepper to taste. Stir until combined.
- Refrigerate: Transfer the dressing to an airtight container and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, then enjoy!
Notes
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- You can use ranch dressing seasoning in place of the garlic powder, dried dill, salt, and pepper if you prefer. This recipe will take about 2 teaspoons of ranch seasoning mix.
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- Letting the dressing chill for at least 30 minutes allows all the flavors to develop and blend together nicely.
- The crispiest dill pickles are the ones found refrigerated at your store, not on the canned goods aisles.
Shashi at Savory Spin says
I absolutely love dill pickles and this dressing was mouthwatering. Thanks for this recipe!
Sharon Chen says
If anyone says freshly made sauce, I will always jump on that train and this is def one of the sauces I'll make again and again! Perfectly creamy, tangy, and fresh!
Neha says
Oh I love dill and this dressing just looks perfect for my salads. Can't wait to try this one out, pinning for now!
Dannii says
I want to put this dressing on everything. the flavour is amazing and so creamy.
sonia says
This is soo good! A new must-have dressing! Thanks so much for the recipe!