Description
This Layered Ranch Dip is a creamy, flavorful appetizer perfect for parties or casual gatherings. Combining sour cream with ranch seasoning and layering it with cheese, tomatoes, green chilies, olives, and red onion creates a deliciously easy dip that pairs perfectly with crunchy tortilla chips.
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 2 ½ cups sour cream
- 1 packet (1 ounce) ranch salad dressing/seasoning mix
Layers
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 medium Roma tomato, diced
- 1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies, drained
- 1 can (2.25 ounces) sliced black olives, drained
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
For Serving
- Tortilla chips
Instructions
- Prepare the base: In a small bowl, combine the 2 ½ cups of sour cream with the 1 ounce packet of ranch salad dressing/seasoning mix. Stir well until fully combined and smooth.
- Layer the dip: Spread the ranch-flavored sour cream mixture evenly into a medium-sized shallow dish. Layer the ingredients on top in order: 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, diced Roma tomato, drained chopped green chilies, sliced black olives, and finely chopped red onion, ensuring even distribution.
- Chill before serving: Cover the dish with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld and the dip to chill thoroughly.
- Serve: Once chilled, serve the layered ranch dip with tortilla chips for dipping. Enjoy this fresh and flavorful appetizer.
Notes
- For a spicier dip, use diced jalapeños instead of or in addition to the green chilies.
- You can prepare the dip a day in advance to deepen the flavors.
- Use low-fat or fat-free sour cream for a lighter version.
- Swap Monterey Jack cheese for cheddar or a Mexican blend for different flavor profiles.
- If desired, garnish the top with chopped fresh cilantro for added freshness.
