Description
Boat Dip is a quick and flavorful party dip featuring a creamy blend of sour cream, taco seasoning, ranch dressing mix, diced Rotel tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese. Perfect for serving with chips, crackers, or fresh veggies, this easy recipe requires minimal prep and chilling time, making it an ideal choice for gatherings and snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
Dip Ingredients
- 16 ounces sour cream
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix (or homemade)
- 1 10-ounce can Rotel tomatoes, drained
- 8 ounces cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix the sour cream, taco seasoning, ranch dressing mix, drained Rotel tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated and evenly distributed.
- Chill the Dip: Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour. This resting time allows the flavors to meld and the dip to thicken slightly.
- Serve: Remove from the fridge and serve the dip cold alongside your choice of tortilla chips, potato chips, crackers, Fritos, fresh vegetables, or any preferred dippers for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce to the mixture.
- You can substitute the Rotel tomatoes with fresh diced tomatoes and green chilies if preferred.
- Homemade taco and ranch seasoning can be used to control sodium and additives.
- Chilling the dip improves flavor but can be served immediately if needed.
- Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container and consume within 3 days.
