Easy Taco Dip Recipe
This creamy, no-bake taco dip layers seasoned cream cheese and sour cream with crisp toppings for the perfect party appetizer or crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
- 16 oz sour cream or Greek yogurt
- 16 oz cream cheese softened
- 3 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning or one 1 oz store-bought packet
- 1½ cups chopped lettuce
- 2 medium tomatoes chopped
- ½ cup chopped bell peppers or sliced jalapeños reserve 2 tablespoon for garnish
- ⅓ cup sliced olives reserve 2 tablespoon for topping
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Optional Toppings
- guacamole optional
- sour cream optional, for topping
- corn optional, for topping
Instructions
- Take the cream cheese out of the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15 to 20 minutes, or microwave it for 10 seconds until soft.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and taco seasoning until smooth using a hand mixer.
- Spread the creamy base into a 9 or 10-inch pie dish or shallow serving dish, smoothing it to the edges with a spatula.
- Layer on chopped lettuce, tomatoes, bell peppers or jalapeños, sliced olives, and shredded cheese. Garnish with reserved toppings.
- Chill until ready to serve or serve immediately. Add lettuce and tomatoes just before serving for best texture.
- Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Notes
- For best results, pat tomatoes dry before adding to the dip to avoid excess moisture.
- Use a hand mixer for a light and fluffy base.
- Adjust taco seasoning to taste, and chill the dip briefly to let flavors meld.
Nutrition
Calories: 115kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 3gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 27mgSodium: 272mgPotassium: 71mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 459IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 0.2mg
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