Poolside Dip
This delicious poolside dip is made with simple ingredients. A ranch dip with cream cheese, olives and peppers for a flavorful addition to your appetizer table.
Servings: 8
Calories: 217kcal
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese softened (2 - 8 oz packages)
- 1 oz packet dry ranch seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper finely diced
- 1 jalapeno pepper finely diced
- 1 - 15 oz can corn drained
- 1 - 4.25 oz can chopped black olives drained
- 2 green onions diced - for topping
Instructions
- Directions:
- Cut the red pepper and the jalapeno pepper, removing the stems and seeds. (If you want a spicier dip, keep the jalapeno seeds.)
- Dice the green onions, set aside.
- Mix the cream cheese and ranch seasoning in a large bowl using a hand mixer, until light and creamy.
- Add the diced red pepper, diced jalapeno, corn, and olives to the bowl, and stir to combine.
- Spoon mixture into serving bowl or dish, and top with diced green onions.
- You can serve it right away, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Serve with crackers, veggies, or chips.
Notes
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- Ensure the cream cheese is at room temperature for easy mixing.
- For a heartier version, stir in 1/2 cup black beans or 1/2 cup Mexicorn
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- For the smoothest texture, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese and ranch seasoning until creamy.
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- Customize the dip by adding your favorite ingredients, such as black beans or crispy bacon bits.
Nutrition
Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 57mg | Sodium: 189mg | Potassium: 119mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1276IU | Vitamin C: 22mg | Calcium: 58mg | Iron: 0.2mg