Best Texas Roadhouse Ranch Dressing Recipe
This quick and easy recipe recreates the creamy, tangy, herb-packed ranch dressing from Texas Roadhouse. Made with pantry staples like mayonnaise and buttermilk, it’s a spot-on dupe perfect for dipping, drizzling, or dressing up your favorite dishes all in just 5 minutes!
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk (or fork)
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Airtight container (e.g., mason jar)
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonnaise full-fat recommended for richness
- ½ cup buttermilk for tangy creaminess
- 1 tsp garlic powder savory depth
- 1 tsp onion powder subtle sweetness
- 1 tsp dried dill bright, herbaceous flavor
- 1 tsp dried parsley earthy color and taste
- ½ tsp dried chives oniony zing
- ½ tsp salt adjust to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper mild kick
- 1 tsp lemon juice freshly squeezed for zest
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper optional, for a Texas heat boost
Instructions
- Mix the Base – In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together 1 cup mayonnaise and ½ cup buttermilk until smooth and lump-free. Use a fork if you don’t have a whisk keep it creamy!
- Add the Seasonings – Sprinkle in 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp dried dill, 1 tsp dried parsley, ½ tsp dried chives, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp lemon juice. Whisk until the herbs are evenly distributed and the mixture looks flecked with green.
- Taste and Adjust – Give it a taste with a spoon. Add more lemon juice for zing or the optional ¼ tsp cayenne for heat. Tweak it until it’s your perfect ranch!
- Chill (Optional) – For the best flavor, cover the bowl or transfer to a jar and refrigerate for 30 minutes. This lets the flavors meld into restaurant-style perfection. Skip if you’re in a hurry it’s still delicious!
- Serve – Stir or shake, then pour into a jar or serve straight from the bowl. Enjoy as a dip, dressing, or drizzle however you love your ranch!
Notes
Thicker Dip: Reduce buttermilk to ¼ cup for a scoopable texture great for wings or veggies.
Fresh Herbs: Swap dried herbs for fresh (1 tbsp dill, 1 tbsp parsley, 1 tsp chives) for a brighter, gourmet twist; chop finely.
Light Version: Replace half the mayo with Greek yogurt for fewer calories and extra tang.
Storage: Keeps in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week; shake before use. Freezing isn’t recommended texture may suffer.
Buttermilk Hack: No buttermilk? Mix ½ cup milk with 1 tsp vinegar or lemon juice; let sit 5 minutes.