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This easy Taco Dip recipe is such a delicious and creamy layered taco dip that everyone enjoys, filled with tons of taco seasoning and fresh vegetables, and more!
If you love delicious dip recipes, this one is a total crowd pleaser to serve at your family gatherings or a great appetizer recipe to serve during game day get-togethers.
This is way better than any store-bought taco dip you can get at the store. Our taco dip is a versatile dip recipe that you can change up the ingredients to fit your family’s tastes.
Recipe Ingredients:
For the homemade taco seasoning:
- Chili powder
- Paprika powder
- Onion powder
- Garlic powder
- Salt
- Cumin powder
- Dried oregano
- Black pepper
For the dip:
- Cream: You will need a combination of sour cream, softened cream cheese, and Greek yogurt
- Lettuce: Use shredded iceberg lettuce to top off the taco dip
- Cheese: Freshly grated sharp cheddar cheese works great
- Tomatoes: Chop some fresh tomatoes, like Roma tomatoes
- Peppers: Prepare a red bell pepper by removing the seeds and chopping it into small pieces
- Olives: Get a can of pitted black olives and cut them in half
- Jalapenos: Use fresh jalapenos that have been thinly sliced
- Herbs: Use freshly chopped coriander or cilantro as desired
- Serve with: Serve this creamy dip with your favorite tortilla chips
How To Make Easy Taco Dip:
Make the taco seasoning mix:
- Prepare the taco seasoning mix: add all of the ingredients for the taco seasoning mix to a large mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
Make the dip:
- Make the dip base: mix sour cream, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and prepared taco seasoning in a small bowl until well combined.
Add the toppings:
- Top the base: add shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapenos, and cilantro.
Serve:
- Serve the taco dip immediately with some tortilla chips on the side.
Variations & Optional Additions:
- For extra flavor, add chopped red onion or thinly sliced green onions.
- You can spread guacamole over the dip base or simply add chopped avocados.
- Spread a layer of refried beans.
Expert Tips:
- If you want to make your taco dip in advance, remove the seeds from your tomatoes. This will prevent the dip from becoming soggy.
- For this recipe, you can use fresh or pickled jalapenos.
More toppings for the best taco dip:
Feel free to add your favorite taco toppings to this recipe. For the best results, spread your favorite toppings over the easy dip right before serving.
- Sprinkle seasoned and cooled ground beef
- Pico de gallo
- Shredded chicken
- Black beans
Make Ahead & Storage Instructions:
Fridge: Top the large bowl with aluminum foil and place it in the fridge until you are ready to serve or for up to 2-3 days for the best results.
More Appetizer Recipes to serve:
- Chicken Taco Roll Ups
- Mexican Tortilla Wrap Roll-Ups
- Baked Creamy Chicken Taquitos
- Fully Loaded Guacamole
Taco Dip Recipe
Our Taco Dip recipe is a delicious and creamy layered dip that everyone enjoys, filled with homemade taco seasoning and fresh vegetables.
Serving Servings
Ingredients
For the taco seasoning:
- 1 ½ teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cumin powder
- ⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 pinch black pepper
For the dip:
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup softened cream cheese
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 ½ cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, grated
- 1 cup chopped tomatoes
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded, chopped
- ½ cup black olives, pitted, halved
- 2 fresh jalapenos, thinly sliced
- Chopped coriander, as desired
- Tortilla chips, to serve with
Equipment
Instructions
Make the taco seasoning mix:
- Prepare the taco seasoning mix: add all of the ingredients for the taco seasoning mix in a bowl. Stir to combine.
Make the dip:
- Make the dip base: mix sour cream, softened cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and prepared taco seasoning in a bowl until well combined.
Add the toppings:
- Top the base: add shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, chopped tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapenos, and cilantro.
Serve:
- Serve the taco dip immediately with some tortilla chips on the side.
Notes
For extra flavor, add chopped purple onion or thinly sliced green onions.
Nutrition
Calories: 142 kcal · Carbohydrates: 4 g · Protein: 4 g · Fat: 12 g · Saturated Fat: 7 g · Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g · Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g · Trans Fat: 0.001 g · Cholesterol: 34 mg · Sodium: 258 mg · Potassium: 136 mg · Fiber: 1 g · Sugar: 2 g · Vitamin A: 901 IU · Vitamin C: 15 mg · Calcium: 109 mg · Iron: 0.4 mg
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Super simple to make, creamy, and packed with fresh taco flavor. Always a huge hit at parties!