3-Ingredient Magic Taco Dip
Magic Taco Dip Recipe – This no-cook, 3-ingredient zesty ranch and sour cream dip is amazingly easy to prepare in 5 minutes, and is perfect to serve with your favorite crunchy dippers!
The Easiest 3-Ingredient Taco Dip Recipe
Any gathering is just a meeting without cake… or a snack dip! I mean, really, doesn’t it feel like something is missing from a party if there isn’t at least one scrumptious dip with dippers on the table?
This Magic Taco Dip recipe is so easy it’s almost embarrassing. Until you taste it. Then all shame is gone as people come out of the woodwork to ask for the “secret” tips to make it themselves.
In fact, I keep the necessary gluten-free and vegetarian 3 ingredients on hand always, just in case I need to whip up this sour cream and ranch dip to take to an impromptu event.
So although it can hardly be counted as a recipe, we promise you’ll want to keep this ranch and sour cream taco dip on your must-make party snack list, too!
Ingredients You Need
- Sour cream – for the tangiest, creamiest taco dip
- Taco seasoning – your favorite brand
- Ranch dip mix – the classic seasoning packet you know and love
That is it!
There are also a few simple ingredient swaps and customization options for this recipe… Keep reading for some of our suggestions!
How to Make Magical Taco Dip
This “recipe” uses only 3 ingredients, and is easy to make in just 3 simple steps!
- Fist, set out a medium mixing bowl. Add the sour cream, taco seasoning, and ranch dip mix.
- Stir until completely blended and smooth.
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- Then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Aaaaaaand you are done!
Recipe Variations
- Make this a healthier taco dip by using low fat sour cream, or swapping with whole or low fat Greek yogurt.
- Want to make as a vegan snack dip? Use your favorite dairy-free sour cream alternative.
- Add a kick of spicy heat by using a few dashes of hot sauce or a sprinkle of cayenne when you blend the ingredients together.
- You also can include other ingredients to make a chunky, heartier dip… Like diced fresh tomatoes, Rotel (your choice of mild, original, or hot), and/or chopped black olives.
- If needed, double check you taco seasoning and ranch packet. Most are gluten-free!
Serving and Storage Suggestions
Not only is this dip magical because of how easy it is to make, but it’s also great to pair with nearly any delish dip-ables!
Serve with crunchy tortilla chips or corn chips, pita chips, or crackers.
Taco dip with ranch is also superb with crispy fresh veggies. Enjoy with baby carrots, slices of bell pepper or cucumber, or any of your favorite hearty vegetables.
You can even serve as a rich and creamy sauce as a side or on top of tacos, burritos, taco salad, and burrito bowls. Or other southwest dishes, like Fancy 5 Minute Nachos!
Keep the 3-ingredient tip covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Give it a stir before serving.
Looking for More Delicious Dip Recipes?
- Retro Taco Pizza (Layered Taco Dip)
- Cranberry Jalapeno Dip with Cream Cheese
- Corn Salsa Dip with Bacon
- The Best Homemade Bean Dip
- Amazing Queso Blanco Dip
3-Ingredient Magic Taco Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 taco seasoning packet
- 1 ranch dip mix packet
Instructions
- Set out a medium mixing bowl. Add the sour cream, taco seasoning, and ranch dip mix.
- Stir until smooth. Then cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve cold with fresh cut veggies or chips.
Notes
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Can you use ranch salad dressing seasoning mix instead of ranch dip mix?
I was wondering the same thing. Can you use the HVR dressing instead of dip mix?
Hi there!
You can. However, the dip will be much thicker if you use sour cream and a dip mix packet.
This was SO easy! We were wanting something little to take along with our veggie tray but I didn’t want to make a HUGE, complicated recipe so I decided to try this. I’m so glad I did because it’s fantastic. Thank you!
This dip is so yummy and it couldn’t be any easier! This is a keeper!
I love how simple this is to make yet so delicious!
this is one of the tastiest dips that I have tasted! So great I made it for football Sunday and it was the first thing gone!