Layered Southwest Dip

Ingredients

- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 head iceberg or 1 small romaine lettuce, shredded
- 1 cup cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 2 jalapeños, seeds removed and diced
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

1. Prepare the Base Layer:
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, blend the softened cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise until smooth. Spread this mixture evenly across the bottom of a large, shallow serving dish or platter.

2. Add the Salsa Layer:
Evenly spread the salsa over the cream cheese base, creating a distinct second layer. Use a spoon or spatula to smooth it out.

3. Bell Peppers and Onions:
Sprinkle the diced red bell pepper and chopped green onions over the salsa layer. Distribute them evenly for uniform flavor with every bite.

4. Cheese Layer:
Spread the shredded cheddar cheese over the top to form the fourth layer of your dip, ensuring even coverage.

5. Lettuce Layer:
Add a layer of shredded lettuce on top of the cheese. This adds a nice crunch to your dip.

6. Tomatoes and Jalapeños:
Scatter the halved cherry or grape tomatoes and diced jalapeños across the lettuce layer.

7. Final Touches:
Top with sliced black olives and sprinkle fresh cilantro all over to finish off the dip.

8. Serve:
Pair the layered dip with tortilla chips for serving. This dish is best served chilled, enhancing its refreshing flavors.

Total Time

PT15M
15 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Southwest dip, party snack, vegetarian appetizer, layered dip, tortilla chips, cheese dip, salsa dip, jalapeño, easy snack, no-cook recipe

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

Total Calories: 1600

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