Description
This creamy and flavorful Cream Cheese Salsa Dip combines smooth cream cheese, zesty salsa, sharp cheddar, and fresh green onions, making it a perfect party dip. Chilled for an hour to meld the flavors, it’s an easy and crowd-pleasing appetizer served with crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup salsa (mild, medium, or hot, based on preference)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
Serving
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Soften the Cream Cheese: Begin by softening the cream cheese either by leaving it at room temperature for about 30 minutes or microwaving it for 15-20 seconds until spreadable.
- Combine Cream Cheese and Salsa: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese with the salsa until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Cheddar and Sour Cream: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Mix in Green Onions and Lime Juice: Add the chopped green onions and lime juice to the bowl, stirring well to evenly distribute these fresh flavors.
- Chill the Dip: Transfer the prepared dip to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Chilling allows the flavors to blend and intensify.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the creamy salsa dip with crunchy tortilla chips for dipping and enjoy your delicious appetizer!
Notes
- For best results, use salsa that matches your heat preference (mild, medium, or hot).
- Softening the cream cheese is key for a smooth, easy-to-mix dip.
- Chilling the dip enhances flavor melding, so don’t skip the refrigeration step.
- Try substituting cheddar with pepper jack for a spicy twist.
- For a lighter option, use reduced-fat cream cheese and sour cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
