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Boat Dip Recipe

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4.1 from 14 reviews

Boat Dip is a creamy, flavorful dip perfect for casual gatherings and outdoor snacking. Made with sour cream, fire-roasted diced tomatoes and green chiles, ranch dressing mix, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese, this easy-to-make dip offers a tangy, spicy, and cheesy combination. Serve it chilled or at room temperature with tortilla or potato chips for the ultimate crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 1 (16-oz.) container sour cream (about 2 cups)
  • 1 (10-oz.) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
  • 1 (1-oz.) envelope ranch dressing mix
  • 1 (1-oz.) envelope 25%-less-sodium taco seasoning mix
  • 1 (8-oz.) package shredded Cheddar-Jack or mild Cheddar cheese (about 2 cups)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 2 medium) (optional)

For Serving

  • Tortilla chips or potato chips

Instructions

  1. Combine Ingredients: In a medium bowl, stir together the sour cream, drained fire-roasted diced tomatoes and green chiles, ranch dressing mix, taco seasoning, and shredded cheese until well blended.
  2. Garnish: Sprinkle the thinly sliced scallions over the top of the dip for added freshness and color, if desired.
  3. Serve Dip: Serve the dip cold or at room temperature with tortilla chips or potato chips for dipping. Enjoy immediately or chill if preferred.

Notes

  • For best flavor, use fire-roasted diced tomatoes to add a smoky depth to the dip.
  • You can substitute mild Cheddar or Cheddar-Jack cheese depending on your taste preference.
  • Scallions add freshness but are optional if you prefer a simpler presentation.
  • This dip stores well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
  • Freezing the dip is not recommended as it may affect the creamy texture.
  • Pair the dip with other dippers like pita chips, fresh veggies, or crackers to expand the snack options.