Creamy Grillos Pickle De Gallo Ranch (Printable)

Tangy, creamy ranch dip with fresh pico de gallo and Grillo's crunchy pickles. Ready in just 10 minutes.

# What You'll Need:

→ Dairy & Creamy Base

01 - 1 cup sour cream
02 - ½ cup mayonnaise
03 - ½ cup cream cheese, softened

→ Vegetable & Herb Mix

04 - 1 cup Grillo's pickles, finely chopped
05 - ½ cup fresh pico de gallo (tomatoes, onions, cilantro, jalapeño, lime)
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
07 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely sliced
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

→ Seasonings

09 - 1 small packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix
10 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
11 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
12 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

# Directions:

01 - In a medium mixing bowl, blend the sour cream, mayonnaise, and softened cream cheese together until completely smooth and free of lumps.
02 - Stir in the finely chopped Grillo's pickles, fresh pico de gallo, dill, chives, and parsley until evenly distributed throughout the base.
03 - Add the ranch seasoning mix, garlic powder, black pepper, and fresh lemon juice. Mix thoroughly until all seasonings are fully incorporated.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together for the best taste.
05 - Serve chilled with tortilla chips, sliced vegetables, pretzel crisps, bagel chips, or use as a spread for sandwiches and wraps.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Zero cooking means you can throw this together while your guests are literally walking through the door.
  • The combination of creamy ranch tang and briny pickle crunch is the kind of flavor that makes people hover over the bowl and pretend they are not going back for a sixth scoop.
02 -
  • The dip will thicken considerably in the fridge, so if you are making it ahead, let it sit at room temperature for ten minutes and give it a stir before serving.
  • Always check the ranch seasoning label for hidden gluten or MSG, because not all brands are created equal and this matters for sensitive guests.
03 -
  • Pat the pico de gallo dry with a paper towel before adding it, because excess tomato juice will make the dip watery and sad.
  • Double the recipe for any group larger than four people, because a single batch will disappear faster than you think and you do not want to be caught empty handed.