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Taco Dip With Cream Cheese

Net Carbs:6.1g
Published:09/22/22Updated:09/22/22
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This Taco Dip With Cream Cheese is an easy meatless appetizer that is a total crowd pleaser! It can be whipped together in only 15 minutes and is a perfect dish for serving at parties, holiday events, or game-day gatherings!

Hand holding cucumber slice with taco dip on top in front of pan of prepared taco dip.
Making for yourself? Serve the dip in a baking dish and enjoy with cucumber slices!

This no-cook recipe is always a favorite when we serve it.

I love how easy and quickly it comes together and that it’s such a versatile dip – you can easily switch up the toppings based on what you have on hand, what spice level you prefer, or how many people you’re feeding.

The base layer is made with a simple combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning and then is topped with lettuce, tomatoes, olives, and shredded cheese.

Simple ingredients, yet tastes so flavorful!

Small bowl of taco dip with celery sticks near pan of taco dip and bowl of crackers and more celery sticks.
Making for a party? Serve the dip in bowls with some celery sticks, crackers, or chips!

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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe
➡️ Ingredients
⏲ How to make taco dip with cream cheese
👉 Ingredient substitution suggestions
✨ Variations
〰️ What to serve with the dip
💬 FAQs
📚 More 30-minute appetizer recipes
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💛 Why you’ll love this recipe

  • Ready to enjoy in only 15 minutes.
  • Can easily be doubled to feed a crowd, making it an excellent option for parties.
  • Low-carb, gluten-free, and vegetarian-friendly.
  • Requires only straightforward ingredients.

➡️ Ingredients

Ingredients in bowls required to make taco dip with cream cheese.
Only straightforward ingredients are required with many options for ingredient substitutions based on your preferences and/or what you have on hand – see below for suggestions!

⏲ How to make taco dip with cream cheese

This is an overview of the recipe’s instructions. The full instructions can be found in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

  • Mix Together The Base Layer: Mix together cream cheese and sour cream. Add in your taco seasoning (either store-bought or homemade will work!) and then mix again.
  • Transfer To A Pan And Add Toppings: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish then top with romaine, tomatoes, olives, and shredded cheese.
  • Serve: Serve immediately with your favorite vegetables, crackers, or chips. (Or, if you have time, cover the pan with a lid or foil, transfer it to the refrigerator, and chill for 30 minutes – 1 hour before serving.)
The process of how to make taco dip from start to finish.
Pan of taco dip topped with shredded cheese by a bowl of celery sticks.

👉 Ingredient substitution suggestions

  • Cream Cheese: Dairy-free cream cheese (like almond milk cream cheese) can be subbed in at a 1:1 ratio.
  • Sour Cream: Greek yogurt can be used instead of sour cream.
  • Taco Seasoning: You can use store-bought (I use this taco seasoning from Amazon), or you can make your own by combining 1 Tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  • Lettuce: I like to use romaine or iceberg lettuce because it’s crisp and holds up well in dips, but you can use any type of lettuce you prefer.
  • Roma Tomatoes: You can use your favorite type of tomato in place of Roma tomatoes. Canned diced tomatoes are always an option as well. If using canned, be sure to drain them before adding them to the dip.
  • Black Olives: Green olives can be used instead of black olives, or you can omit them entirely.
  • Shredded Mexican Cheese: Any shredded cheese will work here (Monterey Jack, Pepper Jack, cheddar cheese, etc). You can also use dairy-free cheese.

✨ Variations

  • Kick up the heat and add roughly chopped or sliced jalapeños (either pickled or raw will work!).
  • Mix some salsa into the base layer before adding your toppings.
  • Sprinkle on some finely chopped green onions or chives for another level of flavor.
  • Add some dollops of guacamole to the top of the prepared dish.
  • Serve the dip with some sliced avocado on top or on the side.

〰️ What to serve with the dip

  • Serve with vegetables: celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber slices, and sliced bell peppers are our favorites.
  • Serve with low-carb crackers.
  • Serve with tortilla chips or corn chips if carb content is not a concern of yours.

💬 FAQs

What kind of store-bought taco seasoning should I use?

Any kind should work just fine! I personally have started using Siete’s taco seasoning and really like it. It doesn’t have any filler ingredients and is preservative-free and allergy-friendly.

Can I add meat to this taco dip recipe?

Yes, cooked ground beef, chicken, or turkey are great additions.

Can I make this dip ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this taco dip in advance. I would suggest only making it 1 day prior to serving.

How long can taco dip sit out at room temperature?

You can let the dip safely sit out for 2 hours. After that, cover it (or transfer it to a container) and put it in the refrigerator.

How long does taco dip last in the fridge?

If you store it in an airtight container, it will last for 3 days in the refrigerator.

📚 More 30-minute appetizer recipes

  • Cucumber Tomato Bites
  • Buffalo Deviled Eggs
  • Low-Carb Broccoli Parmesan Fritters
  • Everything Bagel Cucumber Boats
  • Bacon Egg And Cheese Breakfast Sliders

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Taco Dip With Cream Cheese in a baking dish atop a marble counter.

Taco Dip With Cream Cheese


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5 from 5 reviews

  • Author: Sara Nelson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 10 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mix
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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This Taco Dip With Cream Cheese is an easy meatless appetizer that is a total crowd pleaser! It can be whipped together in only 15 minutes and is a perfect dish for serving at parties, holiday events, or game-day gatherings!


Ingredients

  • 16 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (480g) sour cream
  • 1 packet (~1 ounce) taco seasoning (or make homemade)
  • 1 cup finely chopped romaine lettuce or shredded iceberg lettuce
  • 3 Roma tomatoes, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup black olives, finely sliced
  • 1 cup (112g) shredded Mexican cheese

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, using an electric mixer, mix together cream cheese and sour cream. Add in taco seasoning and mix again.
  2. Using a rubber spatula, transfer mixture to a baking dish before topping with romaine, tomatoes, olives, and shredded cheese.
  3. Serve immediately with your favorite vegetables, crackers, or chips. (Or, if you have time, cover the pan with a lid or foil, transfer it to the refrigerator, and chill for 30 minutes – 1 hour before serving.)

Recipe Notes:

What To Serve With The Dip: Vegetables (celery sticks, baby carrots, cucumber slices, and/or sliced bell peppers), crackers, or chips.

Refrigerator Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Keywords: taco dip with cream cheese, meatless appetizer, sour cream, shredded cheese

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5 Comments

  1. Matt says

    January 15, 2023 at 8:07 am

    Made it without olives and served with cucumber chips – I don’t think it lasted more than 15 minutes between us the kids.

    ★★★★★

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  2. Vladka says

    January 15, 2023 at 7:18 am

    My kids just loved it!

    ★★★★★

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  3. Mandy Applegate says

    January 15, 2023 at 2:56 am

    So tasty, I served it with vegetable sticks and it was a real hit!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  4. Lara says

    January 14, 2023 at 2:47 pm

    My boyfriend and I hosted game night last night and I made this for our friends and everyone raved about it! Definitely a keeper!

    ★★★★★

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  5. Erin says

    January 14, 2023 at 1:31 pm

    I love the addition of olives! So I made this for a party, and it was loved by everyone. Such a fun twist on regular dip!

    ★★★★★

    Reply

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