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Easy Vegetarian Chili Cheese Dip

Get the party started with this ultra easy vegetarian chili cheese dip! Sketch-Free + Gluten-Free

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 82 kcal
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Tex-Mex

Ingredients

  • 2 cups vegetarian chili
  • 4 TBSP cream cheese
  • ¼ cup salsa
  • 1/8-1/4 tsp chili powder
  • ⅛ tsp cumin
  • ⅛ tsp paprika (try smoked for smoky flavor!)
  • 1 cup grated cheese plus extra to taste (see note below)
TASTY TOPPING OPTIONS
  • Sliced Jalapenos
  • Chopped green onion or cilantro
  • crushed corn chips
  • fresh tomatoes
  • Pico de Gallo
  • chopped red onion

Instructions

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  1. Heat up your chili in a medium pot on the stove until simmering.
  2. Add cream cheese and stir well.
  3. Add salsa and season with chili powder, cumin, and paprika.
  4. Add cheese and stir until melted.
  5. Dive in with a chip to taste test and add any additional seasoning or mix-ins you'd like! You can add extra of the above spices or something extra like green onion, hot sauce, or cayenne pepper. Anything goes -- let your tastebuds be your guide!
  6. Top with all your favorite toppings and dive in while hot!

Notes

  • I use a combination of sharp cheddar and creamy pepper jack cheese.
  • If you can, totally follow suit -- It's PHENOMENAL! The dip will still taste great with any combination of cheeses so don't fret if you're going off what you have on hand. However, if you're going to the store with this dip in mind, do yourself a favor and for sure get the cheddar pepperjack combo in your cart. It's great with a capital ATE! For real.
  • I used my go-to recipe for lentil veggie chili but you can 100% use what chili you have on hand! The more beans, veggies, and spices in the chili, the more rockin' flavor this dip will have! Customize to your heart's content and have fun with it!
  • lentil veggie chili
  • Nutrition Facts below are estimated using an online recipe nutrition calculator. Adjust as needed and enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories 82kcal (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 16servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 82

% Daily Value*

Calories 82kcal 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.