Taco Dip

Name: Taco Dip
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 5-3/4 cup
Cuisine: North America, Southern
Ingredients: 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened; 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream; 1 envelope taco seasoning; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1 cup shredded lettuce; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 2 medium tomatoes, chopped; 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained; Optional: Cooked ground beef, sliced green onions and crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Total Time Prep/Total Time: 15 min.

Yield 5-3/4 cup

Test Kitchen Approved

This easy taco dip recipe has a creamy base made with cream cheese, sour cream and taco seasoning. Dress it up and make a loaded dip by layering on your favorite taco toppings.

Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
1 envelope taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 cup shredded lettuce
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
Optional: Cooked ground beef, sliced green onions and crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips

Directions

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, taco mix, cayenne and lime juice until smooth. Spread into the bottom of a 9-in. pie plate or shallow serving dish. Top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and olives. If desired, top with beef, green onions and chips.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 102 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 221mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

I wanted to spice up a traditional taco dip recipe, so I added cayenne pepper for some heat and fresh lime juice for a refreshing taste. To make it different, I also layered this taco dip with a few surprises like lettuce, olives, tomatoes and cheese. Try adding diced avocados to the toppings for a creamy addition! —Lynn Vogeler, Port Barrington, Illinois

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