Poolside Dip
Poolside Dip is light, creamy, and packed with ranch flavor, making it the perfect accompaniment to a day spent lounging by the pool (or anywhere for that matter!) Serve with crackers, veggies, or chips for the perfect satisfying snack.
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Poolside Dip, also called loaded creamy ranch dip, is a crowd-pleaser, offering a delicious mix of cream cheese, ranch dip seasoning, and a little heat. It’s a creamy veggie dip appetizer that’s versatile enough to pair with chips, crackers, or fresh raw veggies, making it a must-have for any outdoor gathering.
Why I love this recipe
- the velvety texture of cream cheese combined with the tangy ranch seasoning creates a heavenly base for this dip
- the vibrant red bell pepper, spicy jalapeño pepper, and sweet corn add a burst of colors and flavors in every bite
- chopped black olives bring a savory twist that keeps everyone coming back for more
- it’s easy to pull together and always the hit of potlucks and get-togethers.
You’ll also fall in love with our Smoked Salmon Dip and Buffalo Chicken Dip. Both are packed with bold flavors and make fantastic additions to any snack spread!
Ingredients
- cream cheese
- ranch seasoning
- red bell pepper
- jalapeño pepper
- fresh corn
- black olives
- green onions
Step by step
- Cut the red pepper and jalapeño, removing stems and seeds. Dice the green onions and set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese and ranch seasoning until light and creamy.
- Add the diced red pepper, jalapeño, corn, and olives. Stir well.
- Spoon the mixture into your serving dish and top with green onions.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to enjoy.
Tips for best results
- Use softened cream cheese as it blends better and creates a smoother dip.
- Use fresh peppers and green onions to enhance the flavor.
- It tastes best when chilled first so the flavors can blend.
Variations
- add shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
- mix in diced cucumbers or cherry tomatoes
- add black beans and a squeeze of lime juice
Serving suggestions
Think crispy crackers like wheat thins or butter crackers, crunchy veggie sticks like carrots and celery, or classic tortilla chips or pita chips.
My favorite way to eat it is with corn chips for Triscuits. The light and creamy texture of the dip complements these snacks perfectly, providing a satisfying crunch with every bite.
Storage
Store this delicious dip in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
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Poolside Dip
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 8 – 12 1x
Description
Poolside Dip is light, creamy, and packed with ranch flavor, making it the perfect accompaniment to a day spent lounging by the pool (or anywhere for that matter!) Serve with crackers, veggies, or chips for the perfect satisfying snack.
Ingredients
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 oz packet dry ranch seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1 jalapeño pepper, finely diced
- 1 – 15 oz can corn, drained
- 1 – 4.25 oz can chopped black olives, drained
- 2 green onions, diced, for topping
Instructions
- Cut the red pepper and jalapeño, removing stems and seeds. Dice the green onions and set aside.
- In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the cream cheese and ranch seasoning until light and creamy.
- Add the diced red pepper, jalapeño, corn, and olives. Stir well.
- Spoon the mixture into your serving dish and top with green onions.
- Refrigerate at least 30 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: none
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size:
- Calories: 225
- Sugar: 4.6 g
- Sodium: 216.5 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Carbohydrates: 8.7 g
- Fiber: 1.2 g
- Protein: 4.4 g
- Cholesterol: 57.3 mg
