This taco-spiced boat dip recipe has been making the rounds on TikTok, and for good reason. The 5-ingredient recipe is easy, delicious, and perfect for summer entertaining. And, there's no need to turn on the oven to whip up a bowl! Here's how to make boat dip, including our tips for customizing summer's easiest appetizer.
Tips for Making Boat Dip
Here are a few tips for making this boat dip recipe.
- Prep the dip ahead, it only gets better as it sits in the fridge. It'll keep for about 3-4 days.
- Be sure to drain your canned tomatoes with chiles well. If you notice the dip is too thin or runny, add a bit more shredded cheese and sour cream.
- You can omit the fresh cilantro if you don't like the flavor. However, our recipe testers loved the freshness it adds to the dip.
- Get creative with your tortilla chips. This is a great place to use lime-flavored chips. Our reviewers also loved it with fresh veggies and crackers. One reviewer even suggested slathering it on tortillas to create taco-flavored roll-ups.
- Try adding a squeeze of lime to the finished dip to brighten up the flavor.
Ingredients
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1 (16-ounce) container sour cream
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1 tablespoon taco seasoning
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1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
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2 cups shredded mexican cheese blend
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, plus more for garnish
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Tortilla chips, corn chips, potato chips, crackers, and/or assorted veggie dippers
Directions
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In a medium bowl combine sour cream and taco seasoning; stir well. Stir in diced tomatoes, cheese, and cilantro. Garnish with additional cilantro.
How to Store Boat Dip
Store this boat dip recipe in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Don't let the dip sit out for more than 2 hours before placing it back in the fridge.
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