Layered Taco Dip
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Layered Taco Dip
Description
This dip starts with softened cream cheese beaten with taco seasoning, mixed with mayonnaise to create a flavorful and creamy base. The seasoned layer is spread at the bottom of a pie plate or serving dish and topped with chunky salsa. A generous layer of shredded Colby jack cheese covers the salsa, and green onions can be added for a fresh garnish. The dip is best served immediately to enjoy the distinct texture of each layer but can also be refrigerated until serving.
The combination of creamy, spicy, tangy, and cheesy layers provides a variety of tastes and textures, making it suitable as a snack or appetizer. The creamy base tempered with taco seasoning creates an approachable and flavorful contrast to the chunky salsa and melted cheese topping.
Ingredients
- 8 ounces cream cheese softened
- 1 package taco seasoning (1 ounce packet)
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup salsa chunky
- 2 cups Colby jack cheese shredded
- green onions optional for topping
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl beat together cream cheese and taco seasoning until light and fluffy. Add mayonnaise and mix until combined. Spread on the bottom of a pie plate.
- Top with salsa and then sprinkle on shredded cheese. Garnish with green onions if desired.
- Serve immediately or store in refrigerator until ready to serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 273 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 273kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 3g | 1% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 25g | 38% |
| Saturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 49mg | 16% |
| Sodium | 598mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 102mg | 2% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 770IU | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 222mg | 22% |
| Iron | 0.5mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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