Taco Dip

1. Mix sour cream, cream cheese, and taco seasoning together in a medium bowl until smooth. Spread mixture in a 9- or 10-inch round serving dish.

2. Top with shredded lettuce, then sprinkle Cheddar cheese, tomatoes, bell pepper, and black olives on top.

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This taco dip recipe, which comes together in minutes, is sure to be a hit at your next get together.

How to Make Taco Dip

You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe above, but let's go over the basics:

Taco Dip Ingredients

These are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this crowd-pleasing taco dip recipe:

• Sour cream and cream cheese: A blend of sour cream and cream cheese is the rich base for this taco dip.
• Taco seasoning: Use store-bought taco seasoning or make your own at home with our top-rated recipe.
• Cheese: You'll need a cup of shredded Cheddar cheese.
• Vegetables: Add a little color with iceberg lettuce, chopped tomatoes, a green bell pepper, and a can of black olives.

How to Make Homemade Taco Dip

Here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make taco dip at home: Mix the sour cream, cream cheese, and seasoning, then spread the mixture in a serving dish. Top with cheese and vegetables.

What to Serve With Taco Dip

Serve this taco dip with tortilla chips (bonus points if you make your own at home), pita chips, crackers, or sturdy vegetables (such as celery or carrots).

Can You Make Taco Dip Ahead of Time?

Yes, this taco dip makes a great make-ahead appetizer. Simply store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. To ensure the vegetables stay crisp, add them right before serving.

Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise

"This has been my 'go-to' for many years," says Ann. "I add chopped red onion to the toppings list as I love them and they add nice color, but are also easy to see for those that don't care for them. Green onions are also a tasty topping if red is too strong."

"This is your basic taco dip and exactly what it should taste like," according to gailas3. "Made the cream cheese mixture the night before. It's best to remove the seedy part of the tomato to avoid it turning out too soggy."

"Everyone at the party I brought it to loved it," says Lindsay. "I recommend whipping cream cheese in the mixer first, then slowly adding sour cream to keep it from clumping. I drained the salsa and put it on top of the mixture right before serving, then cheese, then lettuce and tomato."

Editorial contributions by Corey Williams