Taco Dip Recipes | Taste Recipes https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/dishes-beverages/dips/taco-dips/ Find Recipes, Appetizers, Desserts, Holiday Recipes & Healthy Cooking Tips Tue, 27 May 2025 20:38:02 +0000 en-US hourly 6 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.4.2 https://www.tasteofhome.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/TOH_Pinterest_ProfilePhoto_RedBkg.png?resize=32,32 Taco Dip Recipes | Taste Recipes https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/dishes-beverages/dips/taco-dips/ 32 32 Quick Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/quick-taco-dip/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 20:04:39 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=2102632

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1 carton (8 ounces) French onion dip
  • 1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
  • 4 cups shredded lettuce
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1-1/2 cups chopped tomatoes
  • Sliced ripe olives, drained, optional
  • Tortilla chips
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Directions

  1. In a large bowl, beat the cream cheese, sour cream, onion dip and taco seasoning until blended. Spread onto a 12-in. round serving platter. Top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and, if desired, olives. Serve with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving: 232 calories, 20g fat (12g saturated fat), 42mg cholesterol, 482mg sodium, 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.

]]> Cheesy Beef Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cheesy-beef-taco-dip/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:22:39 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=2100044

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, finely chopped
  • 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 pound Velveeta, cubed
  • 1 pound pepper jack cheese, cubed
  • 1 jar (16 ounces) taco sauce
  • 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
  • 1 can (4 ounces) mushroom stems and pieces, drained and chopped
  • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
  • Tortilla chips
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Directions

  1. In a large skillet, cook the beef, onion and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the cheeses, taco sauce, tomatoes, mushrooms and olives. Cook and stir over low heat until cheese is melted. Serve warm with tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 127 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 332mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 9g protein.

]]> Taco Joe Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-joe-dip/ Fri, 17 Jan 2025 19:19:08 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=2099811

Ingredients

  • 1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • Thinly sliced green onions, optional
  • Tortilla chips and fresh mini bell peppers
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Directions

  1. In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 5-6 hours. If desired, sprinkle with green onions. Serve the dip with tortilla chips and mini peppers.
Editor's note: To make Taco Joe Soup, add a 29-ounce can of tomato sauce to the slow cooker. It will serve 6-8.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 49 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 291mg sodium, 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.

]]> Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-dip-recipe/ Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:43:25 +0000 https://www.tasteofhome.com/?post_type=recipe&p=1975151

Ingredients

  • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
  • 2 cups (16 ounces) sour cream
  • 1 envelope taco seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
  • Optional: Cooked ground beef, sliced green onions and crushed nacho-flavored tortilla chips
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Directions

  1. In a large bowl, beat cream cheese, sour cream, taco mix, cayenne and lime juice until smooth. Spread into the bottom of a 9-in. pie plate or shallow serving dish. Top with lettuce, cheese, tomatoes and olives. If desired, top with beef, green onions and chips.

Nutrition Facts

1/4 cup: 102 calories, 9g fat (5g saturated fat), 28mg cholesterol, 221mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

]]> Texas Taco Dip Platter https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/texas-taco-dip-platter/ Fri, 08 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/texas-taco-dip-platter/

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 can (12 ounces) tomato paste
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 cans (15 ounces each) Ranch Style beans (pinto beans in seasoned tomato sauce)
  • 1 package (9-1/4 ounces) corn chips
  • 2 cups hot cooked rice
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, shredded
  • 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
  • 1 cup picante sauce, optional
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Directions

  1. In a Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink, breaking meat into crumbles; drain. Add next 7 ingredients; cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours.
  2. Add beans and heat through. On a platter, layer the corn chips, rice, meat mixture, cheese, onion, lettuce, tomatoes and olives. If desired, serve with picante sauce.

Test Kitchen Tips
  • Cooking spices in a bit of fat for a minute or two (known as blooming them) helps take off the raw edges and encourages flavors to meld. After draining meat, try cooking it with seasonings for a minute before adding other ingredients.
  • Make-ahead tip: Cook the beef and bean mixture a day or two in advance.
  • Sliced jalapenos or bell peppers, minced cilantro and/or chopped green onions can be added if you crave a bit more flavor and color that pops.

    • Nutrition Facts

    1 serving: 522 calories, 24g fat (9g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 1200mg sodium, 47g carbohydrate (9g sugars, 8g fiber), 27g protein.

    ]]>         Southwestern Star Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/southwestern-star-dip/ Fri, 08 Sep 2017 00:00:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/southwestern-star-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 can (4-1/2 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained, divided
    • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, undrained
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
    • 1 medium tomato, chopped
    • 1/4 cup chopped green onions
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. In a bowl, combine cheese, mayonnaise, 1/3 cup olives, chiles, garlic powder and hot pepper sauce. Transfer to an ungreased 9-in. pie plate. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Sprinkle tomato on top in the shape of a star; outline with remaining olives. Sprinkle onions around the star. Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition Facts

    2 tablespoons: 124 calories, 12g fat (4g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 197mg sodium, 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 2g protein.

    ]]>         Ground Beef Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ground-beef-taco-dip/ Sat, 09 Sep 2017 00:20:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/ground-beef-taco-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
    • 3/4 cup water
    • 2 envelopes taco seasoning, divided
    • 2 cups fat-free sour cream
    • 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
    • 2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 3 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
    • 1 medium green pepper, finely chopped
    • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
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    Directions

    1. In a large skillet, cook and crumble beef over medium heat until no longer pink, 4-6 minutes; drain. Add water and 1 envelope taco seasoning; cook until thickened. Cool slightly.
    2. Beat sour cream, cream cheese and remaining taco seasoning until blended. Spread in a 3-qt. dish; add ground beef. Top with lettuce, cheddar, tomatoes, pepper and olives.

    Test Kitchen Tips
  • Sharp cheddar cheese has been aged longer than regular cheddar. As cheese ages, its flavor becomes more pronounced. Using aged cheese in a recipe can add complexity and rich flavor, even to humble favorites like mac ’n’ cheese.
  • Using lean ground beef instead of beef that’s 80% lean saves 45 calories per 4-ounce serving of beef. Lean ground beef is also 29% lower in saturated fat.
  • Try all of our favorite party dip recipes.

    • Nutrition Facts

    1/2 cup: 116 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 30mg cholesterol, 378mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 0 fiber), 7g protein.

    ]]>         Fiesta Appetizer https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/fiesta-appetizer/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 01:13:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/fiesta-appetizer/ if there's any left over. I was raised on a Montana ranch, and my grandmother taught me to cook when I was 10 years old. My husband and I (we have one married daughter) are retired now. To stay active, I bowl and do crafts. My collection of cookbooks keeps right on growing, too—I started it more than 50 years ago.]]>

    Ingredients

    • 1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
    • 1 envelope taco seasoning
    • 3 ripe avocados, halved, seeded and peeled
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1/4 cup sour cream
    • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
    • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
    • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
    • 6 green onions, sliced
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. Combine beans and taco seasoning. Spread mixture on a round 12-in. serving platter. Mash avocados with lemon juice. Spread over beans. Spread sour cream over avocado. Sprinkle olives, chiles, tomatoes, onions and cheese over sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition Facts

    1/4 cup: 215 calories, 15g fat (5g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 634mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 6g fiber), 7g protein.

    ]]>         Super Nacho Appetizer https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/super-nacho-appetizer/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 01:13:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/super-nacho-appetizer/

    Ingredients

    • 1/2 pound ground beef
    • 1/2 pound uncooked chorizo
    • 2 cans (16 ounces each) refried beans
    • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
    • 3 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • 3/4 cup bottled taco sauce
    • 3 large ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1 medium tomato, chopped
    • 1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed olives
    • Additional shredded cheddar cheese
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. Crumble beef and chorizo into a large skillet; cook over medium heat until no longer pink. Drain well. In a greased 13x9-in. baking dish, layer the meat mixture, refried beans, chiles, cheese and taco sauce. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 20 minutes.
    2. For guacamole, in a small bowl, mash the avocados. Stir in lemon juice and garlic salt. Cool nacho mixture for 5 minutes. Top with guacamole, sour cream, tomato and olives. Garnish with additional cheese. Serve with tortilla chips.
    ]]>         Pinto Bean Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pinto-bean-dip/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 01:13:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/pinto-bean-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 2 cans (15 ounces each) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
    • 1-1/4 teaspoons salt, divided
    • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
    • 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
    • 3 ripe avocados, peeled and pitted
    • 4 teaspoons lemon juice
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
    • 1 envelope taco seasoning
    • 1 cup sliced green onions
    • 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
    • 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. In a large bowl, mash beans with a fork; stir in 3/4 teaspoon salt, pepper and pepper sauce. Spread onto a 12-in. serving plate.
    2. Mash avocados with lemon juice and remaining salt; spread over bean mixture. Combine the sour cream, mayonnaise and taco seasoning; spread over avocado layer.
    3. Sprinkle with onions, tomatoes, cheese and olives. Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition Facts

    1/4 cup: 118 calories, 9g fat (3g saturated fat), 8mg cholesterol, 319mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

    ]]>         7-Layer Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-dip-platter/ Fri, 15 Sep 2017 01:13:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-dip-platter/

    Ingredients

    • 1 can (15 ounces) refried beans
    • 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles
    • 1 cup chunky salsa
    • 1 cup guacamole
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1 can (2-1/4 ounces) sliced ripe olives, drained
    • 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey Jack cheese
    • 1 medium tomato, chopped
    • 4 green onions, sliced
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. Combine beans and chiles and spread onto a 12-in. serving plate. Layer the salsa, guacamole and sour cream over beans within 1 in. of edge for each layer. Sprinkle with olives, cheese, tomato and green onions.
    2. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Serve with tortilla chips.

    7-Layer Bean Dip Tips

    What are the layers in 7-layer bean dip?

    The order of the layers can vary, but 7-layer bean dip typically begins with refried beans on the bottom. Then, you spread guacamole, salsa and sour cream. The shredded cheese is in the middle, while tomatoes, black olives and green onions go on top. Feel free to shift the order of the sour cream, salsa and guacamole, but make sure to keep the beans on the bottom since they're the most dense layer.

    Can you add taco seasoning to 7-layer bean dip?

    If you want even more taco flavor in your 7-layer bean dip, adding taco seasoning is the easiest way to do it. Stir in a tablespoon or 2 of seasoning into the sour cream before you spread it on top of the guacamole. The sour cream won't be perfectly white anymore—but it will be perfectly flavorful!

    Can you make 7-layer bean dip a day ahead of time?

    This 7-layer bean dip is the perfect appetizer to make ahead of time. Just hold off on adding the tomatoes and green onions until right before serving. That way, the tomato juice won't seep into the other layers of the dip, and the green onions will be vibrant and crunchy. If you loved this 7-layer bean dip recipe, try other layered dips next—like a layered BLT dip or a 9-layer Greek dip with hummus and tzatziki.

    —Lauren Pahmeier, Taste Recipes Associate Editor

    Nutrition Facts

    2 tablespoons: 102 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 15mg cholesterol, 283mg sodium, 7g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 2g fiber), 3g protein.

    ]]>         Turkey Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/turkey-taco-dip/ Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:58:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/turkey-taco-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound lean ground turkey
    • 1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
    • 1 cup water
    • 1 package (8 ounces) fat-free cream cheese, softened
    • 1 cup fat-free sour cream
    • 3/4 cup picante sauce
    • 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
    • 1 cup chopped fresh tomato
    • 1 cup shredded fat-free cheddar cheese
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. In a skillet, cook turkey over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and water; cover and simmer for 10 minutes. Spoon turkey onto a 12-in. serving plate or pizza pan. In a bowl, beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add sour cream; spread over the meat mixture. Spread with picante sauce. Top with lettuce, tomato and cheese. Serve with tortilla chips.

    Nutrition Facts

    1 serving (calculated without tortilla chips): 135 calories, 1g fat, 18mg cholesterol, 569mg sodium, 11g carbohydrate, 0 fiber), 19g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 2 very lean meat, 1 vegetable, 1/2 starch.

    ]]>         Taco Dip Dragon https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-dip-dragon/ Sat, 16 Sep 2017 00:58:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-dip-dragon/

    Ingredients

    • 1 can (16 ounces) refried beans
    • 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • 1 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
    • 1/2 cup sliced ripe olives
    • 1 cup guacamole
    • 2 cups torn lettuce
    • 1 whole ripe olive
    • tortilla chips
    • 1/2 medium sweet red pepper
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    Directions

    1. In a bowl, combine the beans and taco seasoning. Cut a large hole in the corner of a pastry or plastic bag; fill with bean mixture. Trace a dragon shape (about 16x10 in.) onto waxed paper (see diagram below); cut out. Place pattern on an 18x12-in. covered board. Pipe bean mixture around pattern. Remove pattern. Pipe remaining bean mixture within dragon outline; spread to fill.
    2. Set aside 1 tablespoon sour cream. Spread remaining sour cream over bean mixture. Top with cheese, tomatoes, olives, guacamole and lettuce. For the eye, spoon reserved sour cream onto head; top with the olive.
    3. Place Dragon Dippers along back and top of head. With a sharp knife, cut red pepper into a flame shape (see diagram); position below mouth. Serve with additional dippers.

    Nutrition Facts

    1/4 cup: 275 calories, 17g fat (8g saturated fat), 40mg cholesterol, 727mg sodium, 21g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 6g fiber), 9g protein.

    ]]>         Six-Layer Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/six-layer-dip/ Fri, 22 Sep 2017 00:47:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/six-layer-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
    • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
    • 1/2 tablespoon garlic salt
    • 1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
    • 1 cup sour cream
    • 1 can (4-1/4 ounces) chopped ripe olives, drained
    • 1 jar (16 ounces) thick and chunky salsa, drained
    • 2 medium tomatoes, seeded and chopped
    • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. In a large bowl, mash the avocados with lemon juice, garlic salt and hot pepper sauce. Spoon into a deep-dish 10-in. pie plate or serving bowl. Layer with sour cream, olives, salsa, tomatoes and cheese. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. Serve with chips.

    Nutrition Facts

    2 tablespoons: 90 calories, 7g fat (3g saturated fat), 14mg cholesterol, 313mg sodium, 4g carbohydrate (2g sugars, 2g fiber), 2g protein.

    ]]>         Cheesy Chicken Taco Dip https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cheesy-chicken-taco-dip/ Tue, 26 Sep 2017 00:03:00 +0000 http://origin-www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/cheesy-chicken-taco-dip/

    Ingredients

    • 1 jar (16 ounces) salsa
    • 1 can (30 ounces) refried beans
    • 1-1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
    • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
    • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
    • 3 green onions, chopped
    • 1 medium tomato, chopped
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • Tortilla chips
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    Directions

    1. In a greased 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, mix salsa and beans. Top with chicken; sprinkle with taco seasoning. Cook, covered, on low until chicken is tender, 4-5 hours.
    2. Remove chicken; shred finely using 2 forks. Return to slow cooker; stir in cheese. Cook, covered, on low until cheese is melted, 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
    3. To serve, top with green onions, tomato and cilantro. Serve with chips.
    Health Tip: Skip the chips and serve with crunch celery sticks for a lighter bite.

    Nutrition Facts

    1/4 cup dip: 82 calories, 3g fat (2g saturated fat), 19mg cholesterol, 238mg sodium, 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, 1g fiber), 7g protein.

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