Description
Boat Dip (Rotel Ranch Dip) is a creamy, zesty appetizer that elevates any gathering, from game days to casual get-togethers. This no-cook recipe features rich cream cheese blended with fresh Rotel tomatoes and ranch seasoning, creating a luscious dip that’s quick to prepare. Perfect for serving with tortilla chips, crackers, or veggies, you can easily customize it with jalapeños or cilantro to suit your taste. Impress your friends and family with this simple yet delightful dip that guarantees to be the star of your appetizer spread.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sour cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes, drained
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Optional: diced jalapeños
- Optional: chopped green onions
- Optional: chopped cilantro
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sour cream and softened cream cheese with the ranch seasoning. Mix until smooth.
- Gently fold in the drained Rotel tomatoes and shredded cheddar cheese. If desired, add jalapeños and green onions.
- Mix until thoroughly combined but avoid overmixing; you want some tomato chunks intact.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Stir before serving and garnish with fresh cilantro if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg