Easy Taco Dip

Easy, No-Bake Taco Dip starts with a layer of seasoned cream cheese, then is topped with shredded lettuce, salsa, cheese, tomatoes and black olives.

This tasty taco dip is a fabulous appetizer to serve at any party, game day get together or summer cookout! It’s so creamy and is packed full of flavor. If you need to keep your oven space free to make hot spinach dip, jalapeño poppers, or ham and cheese sliders, then this no-bake dip is perfect.

Make this mouthwateringly delicious cream cheese taco dip the next time you need a simple appetizer along with these Tortilla Pinwheels and Buffalo Chicken Dip. Or, just make it as a mid-day snack…no one says you can’t!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• This easy layer dip recipe is super adaptable so you can omit or add any extra ingredients that you want.
• It only takes 15 minutes to make this layered taco dip. Make it anytime you need to whip up something really quickly.
• You can make this dip ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve it. It’s a great time saver!

Ingredients for Easy Taco Dip

• Cream cheese – Seasoned cream cheese is the bottom layer of this dip recipe and makes it so creamy and delicious. Leave the cream cheese out on the counter to soften for about 30 minutes and it will be so much easier to mix.
• Sour cream – Mix the cream cheese with sour cream to make it softer and extra creamy.
• Mexican cheese – A Mexican shredded cheese blend is perfect, but you can also use Colby jack, Monterey jack, or shredded cheddar if you prefer.
• Shredded lettuce – Be sure you wash and dry the lettuce well before adding it to the dip. Romaine or iceberg are our household favorites.
• Taco seasoning – You can either purchase a packet of taco seasoning, or make your own homemade taco seasoning to use in this recipe.
• Salsa – Homemade salsa would be absolutely delicious in this dip, but you can use your favorite store-bought salsa too.
• Cherry tomatoes – Halve cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes to top this tasty dip.
• Sliced black olives – If you’re not a fan of olives, feel free to omit this ingredient. You can also use green olives if you prefer.

Can I add meat to this taco dip?

Sure! You can make some taco meat and layer it on top of the salsa layer to make taco dip with ground beef. Make sure that you drain the meat really well so that it doesn’t make the cream cheese mixture really liquidy. Vegetarian? Add a layer of refried beans, or sprinkle some black beans on top.

How to Make Taco Dip

In a medium bowl, combine room temperature cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning using a hand mixer until smooth and thoroughly incorporated.

Spread the cream cheese mixture in the bottom of a 9×13 baking dish in an even layer. Then cover cream cheese layer in salsa and evenly sprinkle cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, and black olives on the top.

Cover with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and then place in the refrigerator until you’re ready to serve.

Serve with your favorite tortilla chips and enjoy!

Storage

Either place leftover taco dip into an airtight container, or cover the baking dish in plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. I do not recommend freezing this dip.

This delicious dip is a staple in my appetizer recipes! I know you are going to love it as much as I do.

How To Serve Taco Dip

If you need inspiration for the perfect appetizer table, start with taco dip and your favorite tortilla chips and then add any of these amazing recipes to your menu.

Mozzarella sticks go well with any appetizer, because who would turn down fried cheese? Or, you could go the route of making more tasty dips like guacamole, Texas caviar, or cream cheese sausage dip. All of those can be eaten with tortilla chips, just like this cream cheese dip.

If you need some more filling appetizers, things like air fryer pigs in a blanket, pepperoni pizza sliders, or tortilla pinwheels are perfect!

Don’t forget a few sweet appetizers too, like funfetti dip or white chocolate puffcorn.

More Taco Recipes You’ll Love

• Nacho cheese Doritos add the perfect crunch to a crowd pleasing Dorito Taco Salad. Seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, lettuce and cheese keep everyone satisfied, plus it is topped with tangy Catalina dressing.
• Busy weeknights call for crispy Baked Chicken Tacos. Seasoned chicken, melty cheese and all of your favorite taco toppings make for a quick and easy meal.
• Try a Taco Ring for an easy Tex-Mex dinner tonight. Everyone at the table can dress it up with their favorite taco toppings or leave it plain with taco seasoned meat and cheese.
• For those busy days when the whole family needs to eat and get out the door, Walking Taco Casserole is a good way to slow it down even for just a moment. Fill them up with taco meat, cheese, their favorite toppings and crunch Frito chips for a fun and satisfying meal.