The Best Taco Dip with Cream Cheese and Salsa (Quick and Easy to Make)

This easy taco dip is a huge hit with both family and friends.  Perfect appetizer or party food idea for game day, parties, potlucks, and holiday gatherings. Come on in and I’ll share this delicious Taco Dip recipe with Cream Cheese and Salsa… 

Easy Taco Dip with Cream Cheese and Salsa

Here’s some good advice for this dip. Invite several people over to enjoy this dip with you, so you don’t eat it all yourself. Once you start dipping, it’s tough to walk away from.

If you are looking for easy dip recipes then you might like my recipe for Cream Cheese and Salsa Dip, Easy Seven Layer Mexican Dip, and Guacamole Dip

What Can I Dip Into My Easy Taco Dip Recipe?

• Tortilla Chips
• Crackers
• Pretzels
• Flat Bread
• Veggies

What are some toppings you can add to your taco dip to enhance the flavor even more?

• shredded lettuce such as iceberg lettuce
• pickled jalapenos
• chives – sliced
• purple onions – diced
• green pepper – diced
• black olives – sliced
• tomatoes – chopped, diced, or sliced
• shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican style
• green onion
• fresh cilantro
• avocado
• chopped red onion

Making Ahead and Storage:

Make this in advance:

• Do everything except add toppings
• Cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days
• When ready, add toppings and enjoy

How long will Taco Dip with Cream Cheese and Salsa Last in the fridge?

Storing:

• Covered and refrigerated, this dip should last about 1 week. The toppings, however, like tomatoes may get soggy. Remove any toppings that aren’t fresh and replace with fresh toppings or leave them off altogether.

What are some other quick and easy dips that are good for a potluck or party?

• Warm Artichoke Dip
• Hot Pizza Dip
• Spinach Dip

Are you ready to make this Easy Taco Dip? Let’s make sure you have everything you’ll need:

Ingredients 

• cream cheese
• sour cream
• salsa
• taco seasoning
• shredded cheese

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How do You Make this Cold Taco Dip Appetizer?

Instructions: 

• In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, salsa, and taco seasoning mixture
• Stir until well combined
• Spread the cream cheese mixture into a deep pan or serving dish
• Layer toppings like shredded cheese, sliced olives, sliced tomatoes, sliced chives, etc…
• Enjoy with tortilla chips

Here’s a quick video to show you how easy it is to make this delicious dip…

Here is the Printable Recipe: 

Easy Peasy Taco Dip

This taco dip is a huge hit with both family and friends. Easy to make.

5 from 1 vote

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Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: Mexican

Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 -10 servings

Calories: 236cal

Author: Melissa

Cost: $10

Ingredients

• 12 oz. cream cheese – softened
• ½ cup sour cream
• ½ cup salsa
• ½ packet taco seasoning – more if you prefer a stronger fiesta flavor
• 1 cup Fiesta shredded cheese mix Mexican blend

Toppings

• Chopped tomato
• Sliced olives
• Lettuce Leaves

Instructions

• Combine the cream cheese, sour cream, salsa, and seasoning mix
• Spread dip in a serving dish
• Sprinkle chopped tomatoes, shredded cheese, and olives. You’re Done! Yum!

Notes

Make this in advance:

• Do everything except add toppings
• Cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days
• When ready, add toppings and enjoy

nutrition facts are only an estimate 

Nutrition

Calories: 236cal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 65mg | Sodium: 506mg | Potassium: 128mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1036IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 153mg | Iron: 0.4mg

Adapted from Treasury of Christmas

~Melissa – KidFriendlyThingsToDo.Com