Mexican Veggie or Chip Dip
Transform your snack table into a fiesta with this irresistible Mexican Veggie or Chip Dip! This no-cook, crowd-pleasing recipe layers creamy, zesty goodness with vibrant fresh toppings for a Tex-Mex-inspired dish that’s as flavorful as it is colorful. A rich base of cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning is topped with shredded cheddar, juicy diced tomatoes, crisp red onion, green bell peppers, and briny black olives, all brightened with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro and a drizzle of lime juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile dip is perfect served with tortilla chips or crunchy veggie sticks, making it an ideal appetizer for parties, game days, or casual gatherings. Whether you're hosting or snacking, this quick and easy recipe will take your dipping game to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 tbsp taco seasoning
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes, drained
- 0.5 cup diced red onion
- 0.5 cup diced green bell pepper
- 0.25 cup sliced black olives
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 1 bag or platter tortilla chips or fresh vegetables (for serving)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or whisk to blend until smooth and creamy.
Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and mix thoroughly until well combined.
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly onto the bottom of a serving platter or a shallow dish.
Evenly sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the cream cheese base.
Layer the diced tomatoes, red onion, green bell pepper, and sliced black olives evenly over the dish.
Sprinkle freshly chopped cilantro on top for added flavor and a pop of color.
Drizzle the fresh lime juice over the entire dip to enhance the flavors.
Chill the dip in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together (optional but recommended).
Serve with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2641 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 207.4 g | 266% | |
| Saturated Fat | 109.8 g | 549% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 487 mg | 162% | |
| Sodium | 5505 mg | 239% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.0 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.9 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.4 g | ||
| Protein | 64.7 g | 129% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1497 mg | 115% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1271 mg | 27% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
