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Close up of a tortilla chip dunking into a small bowl of Mexicali dip with cilantro and shredded cheese garnished on top.

Mexicali Dip

Mexicali dip is a creamy, delicious southwest dip that is full of flavor and just dying to be scooped up and enjoyed! This dip is perfect for a party, an appetizer or an afternoon snack.
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 189kcal
Author: Alexandria Ulmer

Ingredients

  • 8 oz Sour cream
  • 4 oz Cream cheese, softened
  • ½ cup Mexican Blend Shredded Cheese, + more for serving
  • ½ cup Refried Beans
  • ½ cup Salsa
  • 2 Tbsp taco seasoning
  • Cilantro, for topping
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, use an electric hand mixer to combine 8 oz sour cream and 4 oz cream cheese together until well blended.
  • Then add 1/2 cup shredded cheese, 1/2 cup refried beans, 1/2 cup salsa, and 2 tbsp taco seasoning. Blend again until combined.
  • Allow the mexicali dip to rest in the fridge for 30 minutes to thicken up.
  • Top with cilantro and more shredded cheese and serve with tortilla chips. Enjoy!

Notes

Recipe Copyright The Domestic Spoon. For educational or personal use only.
  • Sour Cream: You can use full fat or reduced fat
  • Cream Cheese: You can use full fat or reduced fat but I recommend using a block rather than a spreadable cream cheese. Allow it to soften so you don’t end up with any clumps of cheese in your dip.
  • Mexican-Blend Shredded Cheese: You could also use colby jack, monterey jack or cotija cheese
  • Refried Beans: Any brand will do. I use canned but you can also use homemade.
  • Salsa: Again, any brand will do. I prefer to use a jarred salsa as fresh salsa has too much moisture.
  • Taco Seasoning: Siete is my favorite brand!
  • Cilantro: Cilantro is optional but it adds a beautiful pop of color and fresh flavor to the top of the dip!
  • Tortilla Chips: For serving
  • You can use low fat cream cheese or sour cream but for a truly creamy and delicious dip, just go for the full fat.
  • Feel free to spice this dip up to your liking. You can use a hot salsa, spicy taco seasoning, add some hot sauce or add jalapeno for some extra kick.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 189kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 47mg | Sodium: 468mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 743IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 177mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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