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4 Ingredient Taco Dip is everything you want and need in a cold dip for a party appetizer (hello, Cinco de Mayo!).

This Taco Dip takes just 5 minutes to prepare and there are only four ingredients— trust us, make this dip (inspired by the viral TikTok boat dip) and watch your guests devour it— it’s that good!

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2 Ingredients

3 How to Make Taco Dip

4 What to Serve with Taco Dip

5 How to Store Taco Dip

6 Tips for Making 4 Ingredient Taco Dip

7 OTHER MEXICAN-INSPIRED DIPS YOU MIGHT ENJOY

8 4 Ingredient Taco Dip

Why You Will Love This Recipe

  • This taco dip is SO EASY! There are 5 minutes of prep time and NO COOKING time! It can be served immediately or chilled for a few hours prior to serving (we personally love it chilled).
  • Once you try this 4 ingredient taco dip you’ll wonder where it has been all your life — it will easily become your go-to dip recipe for any party or get-together…and no one will complain because it’s that delicious.
  • Have a Mexican, Cinco de Mayo party or taco Tuesday event? THIS IS YOUR DIP. None of these pictures will do this dip justice. Try it. You will not be disappointed! FOUR INGREDIENTS!

Ingredients

  • Sour Cream – Full-fat sour cream is the only answer for this dip recipe. Go big or go home…it’s worth it!
  • Taco Seasoning– We go with taco seasoning in the packet route, but if you have a good taco seasoning recipe from scratch then go for it! For reference, a pack of taco seasoning is 1 ounce of combined spices.
  • Rotel– Don’t buy off-brand if you can help it. A 10-ounce can of Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies makes this recipe. Cheap, easy and SO GOOD!
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese– Mild cheddar, sharp cheddar…whatever your preference. Again we always go full fat and in this recipe we used mild shredded cheddar cheese.

How to Make Taco Dip

1. Mix sour cream and taco seasoning in a large bowl until well combined.

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2. Stir in the drained can of Rotel tomatoes and chilies and shredded cheddar cheese. Make it easy by adding and mixing a handful of shredded cheddar cheese at a time, until all four ingredients are thoroughly combined.

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3. Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers, or chill for up to two hours and serve— we personally love this dip chilled for maximum flavor!

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What to Serve with Taco Dip

Tortilla chips are our favorite dipper of choice for 4 ingredient taco dip, however, these dippers also work well.

  • Pork rinds (keeps this recipe low carb/keto!)
  • Flour tortillas
  • Mini sweet peppers
  • Bell pepper slices
  • Fritos
  • Pretzel thins
  • Crackers
  • Pita chips
  • Potato chips

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How to Store Taco Dip

Store leftover dip in a covered container in the fridge for up to three days (we love theseglass containers with locking lids for storing dips!). Mix well before re-serving.

Tips for Making 4 Ingredient Taco Dip

  • You can prepare this 4 ingredient taco dip in advance, simply cover it with plastic wrap or store it in an airtight container in the fridge until ready to serve. Make sure to give it a good stir before serving. This dip should be served chilled or at room temperature.
  • As this dip contains sour cream, it should not be left out for more than 2 hours. After that time it should be refrigerated or discarded. These ice-chilled dip bowlsare made specifically to keepcold dipschilled when serving.
  • Leftover dip can be used as a spread on tortillas or as a topping for tacos (we haven’t tried it, but this dip would make yummy quesadilla filling!)— don’t let any of this delicious taco dip go to waste!

HOT TIP! If you love this dip, or are looking for something similar without Mexican-style spices, we highly recommend this Nieman Marcus Dip. It’s got bacon and cheese and is equally delicious.

OTHER MEXICAN-INSPIRED DIPS YOU MIGHT ENJOY

  • Corn Dip Recipe
  • Guacamole without tomatoes
  • Elote Dip
  • Black Bean Dip
  • Corn Dip with Rotel

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4 Ingredient Taco Dip

This4 Ingredient Taco Dipis everything you want and need in a cold dip for a party appetizer (hello, Cinco de Mayo!). It takes just 5 minutes to prepare and there are only four ingredients— trust us, make this dip (inspired by the viral TikTok boat dip) and watch your guests devour it— it’s that good!

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Servings 8

Calories 236 kcal

Ingredients

  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can Rotel Original Diced Tomatoes And Green Chilies drained
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  • Mix sour cream and taco seasoning in a large bowl until well combined.

  • Stir in the drained can of Rotel tomatoes and chilies and shredded cheddar cheese. Make it easy by adding and mixing a handful of shredded cheddar cheese at a time, until all four ingredients are thoroughly combined.

  • Serve immediately with tortilla chips or your favorite dippers, or chill for up to two hours and serve— we personally love this dip chilled for maximum flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 236kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 8gFat: 21gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 62mgSodium: 555mgPotassium: 93mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1047IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 257mgIron: 0.4mg

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FAQs

What is crack dip made of? ›

Crack dip is a hot dip that combines bacon, cheddar, cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing. It gets its name because it's so irresistible and addictive!

Why does my taco dip get watery? ›

Low-fat or fat-free sour cream can release water as it sits, making your taco dip watery. Try using full-fat sour cream instead. Not letting the dip chill long enough. The layers in the taco dip need time to set and meld together in the fridge.

What is Mexican dip made of? ›

The first layer begins with refried beans followed by a layer of sour cream, then taco sauce, lots of veggies, and shredded cheese. The veggies I used in this recipe are green bell peppers, jalapenos, scallions, tomatoes, and olives. You'll also need lots of fresh chopped cilantro and taco seasoning.

How long can taco dip stay in the fridge? ›

Sitting Out: Since there is dairy in the base, the dip should not sit out at room temperature for longer than 2 hours. Making Ahead: If you wanting to prep ahead you can easily make this taco dip up to 3 days in advance, simply store covered in the refrigerator.

What is crack sauce made of? ›

It's a sweet and spicy sauce made from a combination of fish sauce, sugar, lime juice, shallots, garlic, cilantro, and chili peppers. It's so good on just about everything and so addicting that we simply call it the Asian crack sauce.

What is a dip made of? ›

Dips are commonly used for finger foods, appetisers, and other food types. Thick dips based on sour cream, crème fraîche, milk, yogurt, mayonnaise, soft cheese, or beans are a staple of American hors d'oeuvres and are thicker than spreads, which can be thinned to make dips.

How do you make dip less thick? ›

For dips, you'll want to use a tablespoon of cornstarch per pound of cheese, then add at least five ounces of evaporated milk. After that, you can use more evaporated milk to thin out your dip as much as you need.

How do you thicken creamy dip? ›

Mix together equal parts cold water and cornstarch, whisking the mixture to create a slurry. Make sure the slurry is completely combined to prevent lumps in your cream sauce. Once you've thoroughly combined the cornstarch and water, whisk the slurry into the sauce 1 tablespoon or 15 mL at a time.

What are the 4 ingredients that feature in many Mexican dishes? ›

The most popular Mexican ingredients are beans, rice, avocado and limes. They're utilized in nearly every dish, from hearty enchilada casseroles to creamy drinks like horchata.

What is Mexicali dip made of? ›

Sour cream (milk ingredients, bacterial culture, microbial enzyme), Yogurt (skim milk, cream, skim milk powder, bacterial culture), Water, Mayonnaise (canola oil, liquid whole egg, liquid yolk, vinegar, sugar, dry yolk, dry whole egg, concentrated lemon juice), cheddar cheese (milk, modified milk ingredients, bacterial ...

Can you freeze taco dip? ›

I don't necessarily recommend freezing anything with sour cream or cream cheese as the texture will change and might leave your dip grainy and separated. If you choose to freeze it, make sure it's in an airtight container. Taco Dip will stay fresh in the freezer for 2-3 months. Allow to defrost overnight in the fridge.

What happens if you don't refrigerate taco sauce? ›

Does Hot Sauce Go Bad if Not Refrigerated? Yes, any open hot sauce bottle will eventually go bad if it's not refrigerated. Of course, it will eventually go bad even if it is refrigerated. It just might spoil a little bit faster sitting out in the open.

What is dipping oil made of? ›

Stir together olive oil, basil, parsley, garlic, thyme, oregano, black pepper, rosemary, salt, red pepper, and lemon juice in a bowl. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over the surface of the oil mixture. Serve and enjoy!

How healthy is dip? ›

Yes—there are many harmful health effects of chewing tobacco and dip, including: Cancer. Smokeless tobacco has high levels of chemicals and other substances that can cause cancer, especially mouth and throat cancer. It can also cause leathery white patches in the mouth that can turn into cancer.

What is chip dip made of? ›

Ingredients for the best easy chip dip

Sour cream + mayonnaise – this gives the dip deliciously creamy. Lemon juice – helps to brighten the flavor. Garlic + onion powder – adds a wonderful savory flavor. To get a little fancier, use finely minced garlic clove and some minced chive.

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