Description
This Southwest Ranch Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer combining the zesty kick of Rotel tomatoes and green chilies with the cool smoothness of ranch seasoning, cream cheese, and sour cream. It’s quick to prepare using a food processor and ideal for parties or casual snacking when served with fresh vegetables or chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 1 (8 ounce) package softened cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 package ranch seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
- 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, drained
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro
- Dash of kosher salt
- Dash of hot sauce (optional, to taste)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the softened cream cheese, sour cream, ranch seasoning, drained Rotel tomatoes and green chilies, cumin, chopped parsley or cilantro, kosher salt, and optional hot sauce into the bowl of a food processor.
- Process Dip: Pulse the mixture for about 30 seconds until the dip is smooth and well blended. If you do not have a food processor, use an immersion blender or stand blender as an alternative to achieve a creamy consistency.
- Chill the Dip: Pour the dip into a serving bowl, cover it tightly with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken.
- Serve: After chilling, serve the Southwest Ranch Dip alongside fresh vegetables and your favorite chips for dipping.
Notes
- The dip can be made up to a day in advance and stored covered in the refrigerator.
- Adjust the hot sauce quantity to your desired spice level or omit if you prefer a milder dip.
- Fresh cilantro or parsley can be substituted or omitted according to your taste preference.
- If you like a thinner dip, add a splash of milk or additional sour cream when blending.
- Use kosher salt to control sodium content better; regular table salt can be used in a pinch but start with less.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dip
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Keywords: Southwest Ranch Dip, creamy ranch dip, easy party dip, Rotel dip, appetizer, creamy vegetable dip
