Description
Cream Cheese Salsa Dip is an irresistible appetizer that combines the creamy richness of cream cheese with the zesty flavor of salsa. Perfect for game nights, parties, or casual gatherings, this dip is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with tortilla chips, fresh veggies, or as a luscious sandwich spread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 cup salsa (mild or spicy)
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese by letting it sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with your choice of salsa and stir until smooth.
- Gently fold in the shredded sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and chopped green onions without overmixing.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled alongside tortilla chips, vegetable sticks, or use as a spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 28g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: For added spice, consider incorporating diced jalapeños or using a spicier salsa variety. Experiment with different cheeses like Monterey Jack or pepper jack for a unique flavor twist.