Easy 5 Minute Taco Dip

Five ingredients + no cooking = zero stress! This easy taco dip recipe is always the answer to “What should I bring?” The ingredient list is short and familiar, and somehow it’s always the first thing gone.

This dip has never let me down.

• It’s hands down the best easy taco dip recipe you’ll find! Nearly every taco dip recipe I’ve found on the internet uses cream cheese and some sort of dried spice mixture as the base, which often requires some type of mixer. I’ve had those cream cheese dips before, but they just don’t compare to this sour cream and bean dip base! The flavor and texture are second to none! Look no further – you’ve found the best taco dip recipe on the internet!
• It takes literally minutes to throw together! We are talking maybe 5 minutes at the most. You can buy pre-shredded cheese and lettuce and pre-sliced veggies, which means it honestly might even take you less than 5 minutes.
• Everyone loves taco dip! Chips and salsa are great, but taco dip is just…BETTER! I’m not sure if I’ve actually hosted a party WITHOUT making taco dip, to be honest. It’s always my go-to appetizer and was probably one of the first things that I learned how to make from my mom when I was a kid!

Here’s what you’ll need.

Here’s how it comes together.

Combine sour cream, bean dip, cumin, and salt in a medium bowl.

Spread the mixture onto your serving dish. 

Top with shredded lettuce. 

Then add cheese. 

Next add tomatoes.

Finish with black olives and green onions. Then serve with your favorite crispy tortilla chips. 

Make it meaty.

• Add some extra protein and layer dip with seasoned ground beef! 
• Brown ground beef and add cumin, chili powder, onion powder, and garlic powder to it (or use your favorite taco seasoning packet).
• Let it cool and then add it on top of the sour cream and bean dip base, making this a hearty, meaty appetizer!

Spice it up.

• Use pepperjack cheese instead of cheddar! If you like a bit more of a kick to your dip, try using shredded pepperjack in place of the cheddar or mix the two together.
• Add pickled jalapenos or diced green chiles! I love to toss jalapenos or diced green chiles on this dip to add a little bit of spice. Make sure to note whether you’re buying the tame version or the hot version, whichever peppers you choose. The hot jalapenos or hot diced chiles are often VERY spicy!
• Add diced red onion! Diced red onion would be a great substitute for the thinly sliced green onions in this recipe. They’ll also add a nice crunch for a little different texture. Feel to add fresh chopped cilantro as well!

Make it ahead, and thank yourself later.

• You can make this layered taco dip up to 24 hours in advance, then store it tightly covered in the fridge until you’re ready to eat.
• However, after more than 24 hours in the fridge, the lettuce starts to wilt.
• But if you need to make it further in advance, just mix the base layer and spread it on your serving platter.
• Then cover and refrigerate for up to 5 days.
• When you’re ready to eat, just top with lettuce, cheese, tomato, olive, and onion and serve!

Just in case you have leftovers.

Store leftover dip covered tightly in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

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