Description
Mexican-inspired 7 Layer Dip delivers a fiesta of flavors in every scoop, blending creamy beans, smooth guacamole, and spicy salsa. You’ll love this crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings zesty southwestern charm to any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Protein and Base Layer:
- 1 can (16 ounces / 454 grams) refried beans
Creamy and Fresh Layers:
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1/2 cup chopped green onions
Topping and Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 packet (1 ounce / 28 grams) taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 can (2.25 ounces / 64 grams) sliced black olives, drained
Serving Accompaniment:
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Craft a luscious spiced cream by thoroughly blending taco seasoning into sour cream until uniform and vibrant.
- Create a sturdy foundation by spreading refried beans across the entire bottom of a rectangular serving dish, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Delicately layer creamy guacamole over the bean base, maintaining a smooth and consistent texture.
- Gently cascade the seasoned sour cream mixture across the guacamole layer, using a spatula to distribute evenly without disturbing underlying layers.
- Drizzle and spread zesty salsa over the sour cream, creating a colorful and tangy stratum.
- Liberally shower shredded Cheddar cheese across the salsa, allowing it to cascade and cover the entire surface.
- Garnish the cheese layer with contrasting black olive slices and freshly chopped green onions for visual appeal and additional flavor complexity.
- Seal the dish with protective covering and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing flavors to harmonize and intensify.
- Serve chilled alongside crisp tortilla chips, inviting guests to scoop and enjoy the multi-layered dip.
Notes
- Customize the heat level by choosing mild or spicy taco seasoning to suit different taste preferences.
- Make this dip vegetarian-friendly by using plant-based cheese and ensuring all ingredients are meat-free.
- Prep layers in advance and assemble just before serving to keep each component fresh and prevent sogginess.
- Swap traditional dairy sour cream with Greek yogurt or vegan alternatives for a lighter, protein-packed version.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 305
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 550 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg