Easy Taco Dip Recipe
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Easy Taco Dip Recipe
Description
This Taco Dip begins with whipping together sour cream, softened cream cheese, and taco seasoning to create a smooth, flavorful base. Spread evenly in a pan, it is topped with salsa to add brightness and moisture. The cheddar cheese adds a sharp, melted texture over layers of shredded lettuce, cherry tomatoes cut in halves, and sliced black olives, providing fresh and tangy contrasts.
The dip should be chilled before serving to let the flavors meld and the layers set. It is typically served with tortilla chips or other dipping options and can be prepared ahead of time for convenience.
Variations may include adding jalapeños or serrano peppers to increase spiciness or incorporating additional vegetables like corn, bell peppers, or cucumber for extra crunch. Sour cream may be substituted with plain Greek yogurt for a tangier profile.
Ingredients
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1.25 ounce taco seasoning envelope
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cheddar cheese for tacos
- 3 cups lettuce shredded
- 1 cup cherry tomato halved
- 2.25 ounces black olive sliced
Instructions
- Combine sour cream, cream cheese and taco seasoning in a medium bowl until smooth.
- Spread on 9x13 in pan. Cover mixture with salsa. Then sprinkle cheese, lettuce, tomatoes and black olives on top.
- Cover and refrigerate until serving. Serve with chips.
Notes
- Store leftover dip in an airtight container or cover the baking dish; refrigerate for 3-4 days and avoid freezing.
- Add sliced jalapeños or serrano peppers or use spicy salsa to increase heat.
- You can add corn, bell pepper, or cucumber for extra vegetables.
- Plain Greek yogurt can be substituted for sour cream if preferred.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 204 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 204kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 249mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 1310IU | 26% |
| Vitamin C | 7mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 139mg | 14% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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