Salad Bar at Nelson’s: Thousand Island & Ranch Dressings

Published: Sep. 1, 2026 at 12:18 PM CDT

Chef JJ Nelson makes fresh salad dressings to talk about the salad bar at Nelson’s Barnyard Buffet.

THOUSAND ISLAND INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 4 tablespoons ketchup
  • 2 tablespoons white vinegar
  • 4 teaspoons sugar
  • 4 teaspoons sweet pickle relish
  • 2 teaspoon white onion, finely minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

RANCH INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 quart, whole buttermilk
  • 1 half gallon, mayo
  • 1 packet, Hidden Valley Ranch Mix (1 oz.)

ABOUT:

Nelson’s Barnyard Buffet

1020 Hwy 43 S, Saraland, AL

barnyardbuffet.com

251-679-1461