Creamy Southwest Ranch Dip
A delicious and versatile dip that adds excitement to any gathering, perfect for chips, veggies, or as a sandwich spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup Sour Cream
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 2 Tbsp Fresh Lime Juice
- 1 packet (1 oz) Dry Ranch Seasoning Mix
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- ½ tsp Ground Cumin
- ¼ tsp Smoked Paprika
- ¼ tsp Garlic Powder
- ¼ cup Fresh Cilantro, finely chopped
- 2 Green Onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: 1 Tbsp finely diced jalapeño (for extra heat)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayonnaise, and fresh lime juice until smooth and lump-free.
- Add the dry ranch seasoning packet, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Stir vigorously until the spices are mixed well into the cream base.
- Gently fold in the chopped cilantro and sliced green onions.
- If you like a bit of heat, mix in the diced jalapeños at this point.
- For the best flavor, let the dip chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- After chilling, give the dip a final stir and transfer it to a serving bowl. Garnish as desired.
Notes
Store any leftover dip in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will intensify as it sits.
Find it online: https://comfortkitchenrecipes.com/creamy-southwest-ranch-dip/