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Creamy Crunchy Taco Dip

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A quick and easy creamy taco dip that's perfect for parties and gatherings, layered with seasoned flavors and topped with a variety of ingredients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened Full-fat for best texture; low-fat will be thinner
  • 1 cup sour cream Greek works, but thin it slightly if very thick
  • 1-1½ tablespoons taco seasoning Or use 2 tsp chili powder + 1 tsp cumin + ½ tsp garlic powder + pinch of salt
Toppings
  • 1 cup shredded cheese Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes Drain excess liquid
  • ½ cup canned black beans Rinsed and drained
  • ½ cup corn kernels Fresh, canned, or thawed frozen
  • 2-3 tablespoons sliced black olives Optional
  • 2 pieces green onions Thinly sliced
  • to taste fresh cilantro Chopped, optional
Dipping Options
  • to serve tortilla chips or crisp veggies For dipping

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Soften the cream cheese to blend smoothly; microwave in 10-second bursts if needed.
  2. In a medium bowl, beat the cream cheese and sour cream together until silky and lump-free.
  3. Add the taco seasoning and mix thoroughly so the flavor is evenly distributed.
Layering
  1. Spread the seasoned mixture into a shallow 8x8-inch dish or pie plate for a large chip surface.
  2. Sprinkle half the shredded cheese over the base.
  3. Evenly layer diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, and olives on top of the cheese.
  4. Finish with the remaining cheese, green onions, and cilantro.
Serving
  1. Chill for 5–10 minutes for a firmer dip or serve immediately with tortilla chips or vegetables.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

For a lighter version, replace half the cream cheese with plain Greek yogurt. Make it dairy-free by using vegan cream cheese and coconut yogurt. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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