Description
This Rotel Ranch Dip is a creamy, spicy, and visually appealing appetizer, elevated with a fresh cilantro-lime swirl. It’s perfect for parties or a casual snack night and is quick and easy to make.
Ingredients
Scale
- 225g (8 oz) Cream Cheese, Softened: Ensure it’s softened for a smooth texture.
- 240ml (1 cup) Sour Cream: Full-fat provides the best flavor.
- 30g (2 tbsp) Ranch Seasoning Mix: Use your favorite brand.
- 250g (1 cup) Rotel Diced Tomatoes & Green Chilies, Drained: Choose your preferred heat level.
- 30ml (2 tbsp) Olive Oil: Extra virgin adds a subtle fruity note.
- 30g (¼ cup) Fresh Cilantro Leaves, Packed: Essential for bright flavor.
- 15ml (1 tbsp) Fresh Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed is a must.
- 60g (¼ cup) Plain Greek Yogurt: Adds tanginess and creaminess.
- ½ tsp Salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp Black Pepper
- 30g (¼ cup) Pumpkin Seeds, Toasted and Lightly Salted (for garnish)
Instructions
- Soften Cream Cheese: Ensure cream cheese is thoroughly softened.
- Combine Base Ingredients: Beat cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning until smooth.
- Add Rotel: Gently fold in well-drained Rotel.
- Make Cilantro-Lime Swirl: Blend cilantro, lime juice, olive oil, yogurt, salt, and pepper.
- Assemble Dip: Transfer Rotel mixture to a serving bowl and smooth.
- Create Swirl: Drop cilantro-lime cream onto the dip and gently swirl.
- Chill and Meld: Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with toasted pumpkin seeds and serve immediately.
Notes
For optimal flavor, chill the dip for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Adjust the spice level by using mild or hot Rotel.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of dip
- Calories: 250 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 50 mg
Keywords: dip,rotel,ranch,cilantro,lime,appetizer,party,snack,easy