Creamy Salsa Ranch Dip – Plain Chicken

Creamy Salsa Ranch Dip  Recipe – a quick and easy dip made with sour cream, fiesta ranch mix, salsa, and a splash of lime juice. All the zip of salsa with the creamy taste of a ranch-style dressing. Perfect for chips, veggies, tacos, or even as a salad dressing! A zesty, creamy snack everyone will love!

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Creamy Salsa Dressing

Salsa ranch dip is one of those easy snacks that just hits the spot every time. The sour cream makes it super creamy, the Fiesta ranch mix gives it a little zing, and the salsa adds just the right amount of spice. A splash of lime juice brightens everything up, making each bite taste fresh and flavorful. It’s the kind of dip that’s perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips, dunking veggies, or even spreading on tacos. Simple, tasty, and totally addictive!

How to Make Creamy Salsa Ranch

This dip is effortless to make with only four simple ingredients. In a large bowl, stir together sour cream, Fiesta Ranch Dip mix, salsa, and lime juice. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least an hour before serving. Garnish with fresh cilantro.

Helpful Tips & Frequently Asked Questions

• Substitute plain Greek yogurt for lower calories.
• Want more of a dressing consistency? Use half sour cream and half mayonnaise.
• I use a packet of Fiesta Ranch Dip Mix. If you can’t find the seasoning packet at the store, you can use 1.5 tablespoons of taco seasoning and 1.5 tablespoons of ranch dressing mix.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Ranch Dressing Mix made with buttermilk powder, parsley, garlic powder, onion powder, chives, dill, salt, and pepper: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-ranch-dressing-mix/
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Taco Seasoning made with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper: https://www.plainchicken.com/homemade-taco-seasoning/
• Our favorite store-bought salsa is Maeto’s salsa. I buy it at Walmart, Publix, Target, and Costco.
  • Here is our recipe for Homemade Salsa: https://www.plainchicken.com/superior-grill-salsa/
  • Can I substitute salsa verde? Yes, you can make this dip with salsa verde instead of red salsa. Salsa Verde typically has more liquid, so the dip with be runnier. You can add more sour cream to thicken it.
• Is Cream Salsa Ranch dressing gluten-free? Yes. All of the ingredients are gluten-free.
  • I use Hidden Valley Ranch seasoning that is gluten-free.
  • Maeto’s salsa is also gluten-free
• Store dip in an airtight container in the fridge.

How to Serve Salsa Ranch Dip

This easy recipe has been on repeat at our house. We always have a jar in the refrigerator! This dip is super versatile and easy to serve. 

• Just whip it up and set it out with a big bowl of tortilla chips or corn chips for an instant crowd-pleaser. 
• It’s also great with fresh veggies like carrots, celery, and bell peppers if you’re looking for something a little lighter. 
• Spread it on tacos, burritos, or quesadillas for an extra burst of flavor, drizzle it over nachos for a creamy twist, or even toss it with your favorite taco salad for a zesty, flavorful salad dressing.
• You can even use it as a dipping sauce for chicken tenders or fries. 

No matter how you serve it, this dip is bound to be a hit! Looking for more easy dip recipes? Here are some popular recipes from the website:

Steph