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Fiesta Ranch Dip is delicious and only has five ingredients. This easy dip recipes comes together in minutes and the flavor is amazing!
I never eat this Fiesta Dip without thinking about my father. I learned a lot of things in the days following the passing of my father. One of them is the power of food to heal. The time we spent at my father’s side the last few days of his life and the days following his death planning the memorial service time seemed to move so slowly, almost standing still. I also discovered that I didn’t have much of an appetite. But when I finally did eat something it was amazing how good it tasted and how much it helped soothe my nerves and how hungry I really was!
The night of the memorial service we gathered at my brother’s home and enjoyed all the delicious food that had been dropped off at our homes the past few days. One thing my sister in law had put together for us was today’s recipe for Fiesta Ranch Dip. We all stood around the bowl on the counter and devoured it. I don’t think anything ever tasted so good.
Ingredients
- Mayonnaise
- Sour Cream. Use a full fat sour cream. My favorite brand is Daisy.
- Medium Cheddar Cheese, freshly grated. Don’t use the pre-grated cheese, grate your own! It’s so much better.
- Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Mix.
- Taco Seasoning. You only need 2 Tbsp of taco seasoning. Use mild or spicy if you prefer
How to Make Fiesta Ranch Dip
The dip is super simple and only has five ingredients and comes together in a matter of minutes!
- Combine 1 cup each of mayo and sour cream in a bowl.
- Stir together Ranch Dip Mix and 2 Tbsp of taco seasoning.
- Add seasoning mix into mayo/sour cream mixture.
- Mix in grated cheddar cheese until well combined.
- Chill until ready to serve or for at least 2 hours.
- Garnish with additional cheese and chives if desired.
Serve This With:
- Favorite Tortilla Chips
- Pretzels
- Veggies such as carrots, celery or bell peppers
- Bread
- Crackers
- Potato Chips, use a sturdy chip.
- Pita Bread
- Tacos
Tips
Fiesta Ranch Dip is easy to customize. Just add in some or all of the following:
- Corn Kernels, canned or fresh
- Chopped tomato
- Diced red bell peppers
- Canned diced green chilies, drained
- Black beans, drained
- Rotel tomatoes for a little kick.
This will be one of the easiest party dips you will ever make, the perfect veggie dip and a delicious snack. It will become one of your favorite recipes, just like it is mine.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long will Fiesta Ranch Dip last?
Kept in the fridge in an airtight container it will last up to a week
Can I make this dip ahead of time?
Yes! It’s the perfect make ahead dip because it is better if chilled for at least 2 hours before serving. It allows all the flavor and texture to come together. It’s the perfect thing to make the morning of or the night before you plan on serving it.
Can I make Fiesta Ranch Dip spicy?
To make it a bit spicy you can add in:
Rotel tomatoes (use the hot version for a lot of heat)
Pepper Jack Cheese Use instead of cheddar cheese or a combination of the two.
Sprinkle in some cayenne pepper or chili powder with the seasoning.
Seasonings : Add some red cayenne pepper or chili powder into the dip before mixing.
Peppers: Add a can of drained jalapeño peppers or dice up some fresh jalapeños. Can also use a hotter or mild pepper if you prefer.
Check out more of my favorite dip recipes:
Fiesta Ranch Dip Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup mayonaise
- 1 cup sour cream fulll fat
- 1 cup cheddar cheese freshly grated
- 1 1 oz. Hidden Valley Ranch Dip Mix
- 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
Instructions
- Mix together mayo and sour cream in a bowl.
- Chill until ready to serve or for at least 2 hours.
- Combine ranch dip mix and taco seasoning.
- Mix seasoning into mayo mixture until well combined.
- Stir in cheese
- Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Garnish with some additional grated cheese.
Tips & Notes:
Rotel tomatoes (use the hot version for a lot of heat)
Pepper Jack Cheese Use instead of cheddar cheese or a combination of the two.
Sprinkle in some cayenne pepper or chili powder with the seasoning.
Seasonings : Add some red cayenne pepper or chili powder into the dip before mixing.
Peppers: Add a can of drained jalapeño peppers or dice up some fresh jalapeños. Can also use a hotter or mild pepper if you prefer.
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Stacey says
Leigh Anne, I’m so sorry for the passing of your father. It’s wonderful that he lived a long and happy life, but it’s still hard on the family to process the loss. I thought it was especially generous of you to create a post about planning a memorial. Your celebration of life for your father seemed so nice, and so perfectly included his life’s passions. Thank you so much for sharing your ideas and wisdom with us during this challenging time.
Leigh Anne says
Stacey, Thanks so much. I debated about sharing but my thoughts were I hoped it would be helpful to someone else> Thanks for your kind comment.
Denise Gabriel says
I just came to your site to make the Challah bread today. We are getting our Sabbath together. May God comfort you with only the comfort he can give-to you and your family. Bless you for sharing your thoughts.
Leigh Anne says
Denise, Thank you so much for your sweet comment. Happy Sabbath.
Lias says
I have a similar recipe from the PlainChicken blog that you might like, too. Hold the mayo from your recipe, use regular HVR mix, and add a package of bacon bits. Soooo good! I’ve taken to keeping these ingredients in my house so I can whip up a bowl whenever the mood hits us. I’m definitely going to try your dip, too – I’ve never used the Fiesta Ranch mix. Thanks for sharing.
Leigh Anne says
Lisa, That sounds great – will give it a try! Thanks for sharing.
Liz says
I’m sorry about your dad Leigh Anne. My husband too passed away on Feb. 13. It’s all so difficult.
Thanks for the nice recipe.
Leigh Anne says
Liz, I am so sorry! My condolences to you.
Jen T says
So sorry to hear about your dad. This looks yummy! A perfect weekend movie watching recipe! Thanks!
Leigh Anne says
Jen, Hope you will try the dip and enjoy it as much as I do!