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Easy Layered Nacho Dip (Gluten-free)

Published: Jan 25, 2020 by Terri Gilson · Modified: May 10, 2021 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 13 Comments

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This Easy Layered Nacho Dip is a dip that my mom makes and we all go crazy for. It's super easy to make, only a few ingredients and it takes about 10 minutes to throw together!

 

I love it because it's easy, fast and oh so addictive! It's also the perfect game day snack, game night snack or for bringing along to a potluck.

When we're all together having a family game night and we run out of snacks, my mom will quickly throw this together. 

nacho chip being dipped into cold nacho dip

Cold Nacho Dip

I am a melted cheese girl and LOVE nachos with melted cheese. Actually the melted cheese is probably my favorite part of nachos. So, I really didn't think I'd be a fan of this dip. But was I ever wrong! This Cold Taco Dip is totally delicious in it's own special way. Plus, you don't have to worry about heating it up. You can make it in advance, then throw it in the fridge and bring it along to a potluck or game day party!

layered nacho dip with layers showing

Layered Taco dip

Who needs 7 layers anyway, right?! These 4 layers are just the right amount, it takes less time to make and the flavors enhance each other, rather than competing as they do in some of the multi-layered dips I've tried. Sometimes less is more and that's definitely the case with this scrumptious dip. When my mom puts it on the table,  it's gone in less time that it takes to make it!

Nacho Dip (Game Day food)

I'm not gonna lie.... I love game day food even more than I love the game, whatever game that may be. And I believe that's probably the case with more people than would admit. Nacho Dip is a great contribution to the game day menu because it is a breeze to throw together and you really can't go wrong with it. This dip is also vegetarian so you satisfy those that don't eat meat and it's gluten-free (you just have to make sure you find a gluten-free nacho/chips to serve it with.)

chip being dipped into layered nacho/taco dip

Superbowl is coming and hockey season is in full swing, so there are lots of opportunities to make this nacho dip! But I truly love it anytime - we'll make it for our Friday night movie night or while we're having a family night playing board games or just hanging out. And it's great for taking along to a potluck! I use a 9X13 glass pan with a lid so it's very portable!

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Easy Layered Nacho Dip

This Easy Layered Nacho Dip is quick and easy to make and perfect for serving a crowd on game day, game night or bringing along to a potluck. It's vegetarian and gluten-free!
5 from 5 votes
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Course: Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: dip, nachos, taco
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 125kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup cream cheese
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • 1.5 cups salsa * I use 1 jar of Pace Chunky Salsa- Medium (428 ml)
  • 2 bunches green onions, chopped *about 1 and ⅔ cups
  • 2 cup sharp cheddar cheese *FINELY grated - make sure you use the smaller grating side on the grater

Garnish

  • green onions, chopped

Instructions

  • Beat cream cheese and sour cream together until smooth and spread evenly in bottom of 9X13 baking dish (preferably glass).
  • Spread salsa evenly over sour cream cream cheese layer.
    salsa spread on sour cream layer
  • Sprinkle on green onions, spreading evenly.
  • Top with grated cheese, spreading evenly over green onion (be sure to grate cheese on smaller grating/shredding)

Garnish

  • Sprinkle a few green onions on top, if desired. Serve with nachos/tacos.
    layered nacho dip in glass dish with nachos in orange bowl

Notes

Nutrition Facts
Easy Layered Nacho Dip
Amount Per Serving
Calories 125 Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 4g25%
Cholesterol 26mg9%
Sodium 434mg19%
Potassium 193mg6%
Carbohydrates 7g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 2g2%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 631IU13%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 140mg14%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 125kcal (6%) | Carbohydrates: 7g (2%) | Protein: 7g (14%) | Fat: 8g (12%) | Saturated Fat: 4g (25%) | Cholesterol: 26mg (9%) | Sodium: 434mg (19%) | Potassium: 193mg (6%) | Fiber: 1g (4%) | Sugar: 2g (2%) | Vitamin A: 631IU (13%) | Vitamin C: 3mg (4%) | Calcium: 140mg (14%) | Iron: 1mg (6%)
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Comments

  1. Bernice Hill

    January 28, 2020 at 2:25 pm

    This is awesome. I made a layered dip years ago and never posted it. Four layers is definitely enough to make this a super addictive dip.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      January 28, 2020 at 3:42 pm

      Thanks, Bernice!

      Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 01, 2020 at 9:50 am

      Thanks, Bernice

      Reply
  2. Colleen

    January 29, 2020 at 7:42 am

    This looks like a yummy dip, and four layers are definitely enough. This is on the menu for our next gathering, thanks, Terri!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 01, 2020 at 9:51 am

      Thanks, Colleen. I hope you enjoy it

      Reply
  3. Cathy

    January 29, 2020 at 11:00 am

    This is such a delicious dish! I love when other people serve something similar, but I've never made it myself. Your recipe looks very doable. Thank you for a simplified version!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 01, 2020 at 9:51 am

      Yes, it's sooo easy to make, Cathy!

      Reply
  4. Katherine | Love In My Oven

    January 30, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    I would seriously just eat this whole dip for dinner if it was acceptable, haha! Those layers look so delicious. Pinning for any upcoming parties I might have!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      February 01, 2020 at 9:52 am

      Perfectly acceptable, Katherine, haha!

      Reply
  5. Michelle Helm

    June 02, 2020 at 11:35 am

    I'm 73 years old and quite a GREAT COOK, FIXER, If I do say so myself. I was tempted to spread refried beans on the bottom, but I didn't. I did HOWEVER slice some black olives in half and placed on top of cheese..for flavor and color. Eating it witj Detrout Made fresh chips I got at Krogets. This is YUMMO. LOL

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      June 02, 2020 at 6:48 pm

      I’m so glad you loved it! And the black olives are a good idea!

      Reply
  6. Shannon C

    March 23, 2022 at 7:27 am

    My kids love this dip. I just mix taco seasoning to the cream cheese/sour cream layer and use some lettuce to hide the green onions from my picky eaters.

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      March 23, 2022 at 8:11 pm

      Glad to hear they love it, Shannon! Taco seasoning is a great idea 🙂

      Reply

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