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Fiesta Ranch Dip

Learn how to make this easy 5 ingredient Fiesta Ranch Dip recipe! Perfect for the Super Bowl, party, or as an appetizer. So creamy and full of flavor thanks to the convenient ingredients like ranch seasoning mix, corn, rotel, sour cream, and cheddar cheese. Serve with tortilla chips for the best dip ever.
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword dip recipes, easy dip recipe, fiesta ranch dip
Prep Time 5 minutes
Fridge Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 212kcal
Author Jessica - Together as Family

Ingredients

  • 16 oz sour cream
  • cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 can (15.25 oz) corn drained well
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel drained well (mild, original, or hot)
  • 1 packet ranch seasoning mix

Instructions

  • Combine all the ingredients into a mixing bowl. Stir together until well combined.
    How to make this ranch dip with step by step process photos in this collage.
  • Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
    How to make this ranch dip with step by step process photos in this collage.
  • Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and serve alongside tortilla chips, potato chips, and/or veggie sticks (carrots, celery, bell peppers, and grape tomatoes).
    How to make this ranch dip with step by step process photos in this collage.

Notes

Fiesta Ranch Dip FAQ's -
  • How To Store Leftover Dip
    • Keep any leftover dip inside an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to one week. 
    • Give it a good stir before eating the leftovers. 
  • Can I Make It Ahead of Time?
    • Yes! Because this dip requires refrigeration time it's the perfect make ahead recipe. 
    • The dip needs at least 2 hours of fridge time but I have found that I like the flavor and texture better if it's been in the fridge for about 6-8 hours. So make it the morning of and let it marinate and thicken up in the fridge before serving it. 
  • Can I Make It Spicy?
    • Yes, it's so easy to customize this fiesta ranch dip to your spice level. The dip as written has a slight kick to it (because of the Rotel) but it's not like hot spicy at all. Here are some ideas to spice it up if wanted!
      • Pepper Jack Cheese : Use Pepper Jack cheese instead of cheddar cheese. Or use some of each. 
      • Hot Rotel : Use a can of hot & spicy rotel instead of the mild or original can. 
      • Seasonings : Add some red cayenne pepper or chili powder into the dip before mixing. 
      • Jalapeños : Add a can of drained jalapeño peppers or dice up some fresh jalapeños and add them in. 
  • Serving Suggestions
    • Tortilla Chips
    • Potato Chips
    • Veggies Sticks - carrots, celery, bell pepper, tomatoes
    • Crackers or Pita Bread
    • Doritos
  • Variation & Substitution Ideas
    • There are several ways to change up this recipe if wanted. Here are a few ideas and things that I have tried. 
      • Rotel : Even the mild rotel can have a slight kick to it. If you want a very mild fiesta ranch dip then be sure and use a can of petite diced tomatoes (drained well) instead. If you can't find a can of Rotel then use a can of petite diced tomatoes + a can of diced green chilies. 
      • Cheese : Use any variety of cheese that you prefer. 
      • Sour Cream : Although I recommend using full-fat sour cream, you can use reduced-fat sour cream if wanted. You can even try using half plain Greek yogurt + half sour cream. I've never done that, as it will affect the taste slightly, but it is a normal substitute for lots of recipes. 
      • Corn : Use yellow corn, white corn, a can of yellow & white corn, or try using Southwestern Corn instead. Any canned corn variety can be used. 
Recipe Tips -
  • Use Full-Fat Sour Cream : For the best taste and thick texture make sure you use the full-fat, regular sour cream. I prefer the Daisy brand over any other brand. 
  • Shred Your Own Cheese : I know it takes extra time but shredding your own cheese always tastes better because it does not have that powder coating on it, like the bagged shredded cheeses do. 
  • Drain Corn & Rotel Well : Make sure that the corn and Rotel diced tomatoes are drained really well before adding them into the bowl. 
 

Nutrition

Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 338mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 597IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 176mg | Iron: 1mg