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Salsa and Sour Cream Dip Recipe

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This 4-ingredient Salsa and Sour Cream Dip recipe is perfect to dunk your tortilla chips or taquitos into! It’s a creamy dip that can easily round out your appetizer spread in the most delicious way. , Ready in just 5 minutes, this recipe can be made ahead and tastes even better the next day. Make this for your next party.

Salsa and sour cream dip topped with cilantro with tortilla chips and taquitos on the side.
Let’s make this easy Salsa and Sour Cream dip.

Why You’ll Love This Dip Recipe

Sour Cream and Salsa dip is quick to prepare, endlessly versatile, and full of flavor. It’s one of my go-to appetizer accompaniments that everyone always shovels into their mouths.

With just a handful of ingredients and a few minutes, you can whip up a batch of this crowd-pleasing dip with sour cream and salsa with just a spoon.

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Tangy salsa and creamy sour cream create a dip that is refreshing and indulgent. Plus you can customize the recipe to make it your own.

Pair this creamy salsa dip with crunchy tortilla chips (or spiced tortilla chips), crispy crackers, homemade taquitos or a colorful array of fresh veggies for a snack you’ll love.

Whether you’re hosting a spontaneous gathering or craving a tasty snack on a lazy afternoon, this hassle-free appetizer recipe has you covered. Serve it up at a casual game night, a lively barbecue, or a festive holiday gathering.

Ingredients

Salsa, shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and cilantro for salsa and sour cream dip.
What you need to make Salsa Dip.
  • cheddar cheese
  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • cilantro

I like to hand-shred a block of cheddar cheese myself rather than buying pre-shredded. While I always look for shortcuts, the flavor is just so much better when you do it yourself.

Here is used a sharp white cheddar because I think the flavor stands up to the salsa nicely. But you can use regular cheddar or even Mexican cheese if you prefer.

It’s best to use your favorite salsa or any variant that you already like the taste of. Hot salsa, mild salsa, or even green salsa would work for this recipe!

Be sure to scroll down to the printable recipe card for the full recipe and ingredient list.

Instructions

Ingredients for making a dip with salsa and sour cream on a mixing bowl.

Step 1

Combine salsa, sour cream, cheese, and cilantro in a medium bowl. Mix well.

Step 2

Refrigerate for 2 hours for the flavors to blend.

Step 3

Stir before serving.

To Serve

Salsa and sour cream dip topped with herbs on an oval serving plate.

Serve the Salsa and Sour Cream dip in a small bowl and top with fresh cilantro for a nice pop of green.

Serve it along with fresh veggies, taquitos, mini tacos, tortilla chips or anything else you think would be good dipped in it.

TIPS

  • Be sure to make this sour cream and salsa dip ahead of time. It tastes better as it sits!
  • The flavor will differ slightly based on what salsa you use. So be sure to taste and adjust as needed.
  • Don’t be afraid to adjust the ratio of salsa to sour cream to achieve the ideal balance of flavors that you enjoy.

Variations


  • Unique Salsas – Experiment with different types of salsa, from mild and fruity to spicy or even corn salsa until you find your perfect match.
  • Spicy – If you’re a fan of spicy dips, simply add a dash of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and chopped jalapenos to spicy salsa mixed with sour cream.
  • Cream Cheese – Make it richer by mixing in softened cream cheese. The sour cream and cream cheese salsa dip will be thicker and have a more tangy flavor.
  • Low fat – Use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream! It’ll taste just as delicious. I do this with tons of recipes that call for sour cream. You can also use light sour cream if you’re on a low-calorie diet.
  • Other mix-ins – You can pack in more flavors by adding a variety of spices like garlic powder, onion powder, or even lime juice.
  • Chunky – Make your dip chunky by using chunky salsa. Also, consider adding in chopped green onion, black beans, chopped red onion, or black olives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I dip in salsa?

Aside from tortilla chips, you can use chopped fresh vegetables like celery, carrots, green peppers, jicama, or radish to dunk into your dip. This delicious dip also goes well with chicken fingers, or crackers.

How long does sour cream dip last?

This homemade salsa and sour cream dip will last for 3 days refrigerated. Make sure to store it in a sealed airtight container or cover tightly with plastic wrap to keep it fresh!

Why is my sour cream dip watery?

​It is natural for any dip with salsa and sour cream to turn watery as time goes by. But don’t worry! Just mix them all in, and you’re good to go.

A close up image of sour cream salsa dip.

Make this easy Salsa and Sour Cream Dip for your next party!

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Salsa and sour cream dip topped with cilantro with tortilla chips and taquitos on the side.

Creamy Salsa Dip

This 4-ingredient Salsa and Sour Cream Dip combines salsa, sour cream, shredded cheese, and fresh cilantro into a yummy dip to pair with chips, veggies or even taquitos.
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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Rest: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 5 minutes
Calories: 145kcal
Servings: 5 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup salsa
  • 1/2 cup white extra sharp cheddar cheese hand shredded
  • 1 tbsp cilantro chopped

Instructions

  • Mix the sour cream, salsa, cheese and cilantro in a medium bowl.
  • Refrigerate for 2 hours for the flavors to blend.
  • Stir before serving.
  • Serve with fresh veggies, taquitos, corn or tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Be sure to make this sour cream and salsa dip ahead of time. It tastes better as it sits!
  • The flavor will differ slightly based on what salsa you use. So be sure to taste and adjust as needed.
  • Don’t be afraid to adjust the ratio of salsa to sour cream to achieve the ideal balance of flavors that you enjoy.
See more variations for making this dip in the blog post.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 259mg | Potassium: 134mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 530IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 134mg | Iron: 0.2mg
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