Description
Make this easy seven layer dip, a Tex-Mex appetizer that is perfect for any party. You will assemble seven distinct, flavorful layers for a crowd-pleasing dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans, regular or vegetarian
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 cup guacamole (store-bought or homemade)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup salsa, drained well
- 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives, drained
- Optional: Chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix the refried beans with cumin and chili powder until combined. Spread this bean mixture evenly over the bottom of a 9-inch pie plate or clear serving dish. This is your first layer.
- Spread the guacamole evenly over the bean layer. To keep it fresh, you can brush a thin layer of water or lime juice over the top if you are making this ahead of time.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sour cream with the taco seasoning mix. Spread this seasoned sour cream mixture over the guacamole layer.
- Spoon the drained salsa evenly over the sour cream layer. Make sure the salsa is well-drained so the dip does not become watery.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly over the salsa layer.
- Top the cheese with the chopped fresh tomatoes.
- Finish the dip by scattering the sliced black olives over the tomatoes.
- If using, sprinkle with chopped green onions just before serving.
- Chill the best 7-layer dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Serve with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Use a clear glass dish so your guests can see all seven layers of this party layered dip.
- For the freshest guacamole layer, prepare it right before assembling the dip.
- If you are transporting this dip, keep it chilled until you are ready to serve.
- Prep Time: 20 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of dip
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 6
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 25