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SOUTHWEST CREAM CHEESE DIP

Southwest Cream Cheese Dip is full of flavor and pairs perfectly with chips, crackers or veggies. This simple dip is the perfect appetizer!
Prep Time10 minutes
Chill Time45 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Southwest
Keyword: Southwest Cream Cheese DIp
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 188kcal
Author: Jessica & Nellie

Ingredients

  • 8 oz cream cheese softened
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup salsa
  • 1 tablespoon of lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 ½ cup shredded pepper-jack cheese
  • 1 cup canned black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup canned corn drained
  • Sliced green onions for garnish
  • Chips crackers, or veggies of your choice for dipping

Instructions

  • In a medium sized bowl with an electric mixer, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream until smooth. 
  • Stir in the salsa and lime juice until incorporated, followed by the chili powder, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, cumin and black pepper.
  • Mix in the pepper-jack cheese, black beans and corn.
  • Spread the dip into a serving dish or bowl. Garnish with sliced green onions if desired.
  • Chill for at least 30-45 minutes before serving. The dip can be refrigerated for up to 3-4 days. Serve with crackers, chips, pretzels or veggies of your choice.

Nutrition

Calories: 188kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 376mg | Potassium: 174mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 701IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 1mg