Description
This classic 7 Layer Dip is a vibrant, flavorful appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Featuring layers of refried beans, creamy guacamole, seasoned sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives, and green onions, it pairs perfectly with crunchy tortilla chips for a crowd-pleasing snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Layers
- 16 ounces refried beans
- 3 ripe avocados (mashed)
- 1 lime (juiced)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup cheddar cheese (shredded, or Mexican blend)
- ½ cup black olives (sliced)
- ½ cup green onions (chopped)
To Serve
- tortilla chips (to serve)
Instructions
- Prepare the base: Spread the refried beans as the first layer evenly in a large serving dish. An 8-inch square glass dish works perfectly for this step.
- Make the guacamole layer: Mash the avocados and mix thoroughly with lime juice, salt, and pepper to taste. Carefully spread this mixture over the bean layer.
- Season the sour cream: Combine the sour cream and taco seasoning in a bowl, then spread this seasoned sour cream evenly over the guacamole layer.
- Add the salsa layer: Gently spread the salsa over the sour cream, being careful not to mix the layers together.
- Top with cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the salsa layer.
- Finish with toppings: Scatter the sliced black olives and chopped green onions over the cheese layer for added flavor and texture.
- Serve: Serve the dip immediately with tortilla chips, or chill in the refrigerator for one hour to let flavors meld beautifully before serving.
Notes
- Chilling the dip for an hour before serving allows the flavors to blend and enhances the taste.
- Ingredient variations: Add cooked, seasoned ground beef or shredded chicken for a heartier version.
- Cheese options: Substitute cheddar with Monterey Jack, pepper jack, or a Mexican blend for different flavor profiles.
- Dairy-free alternative: Use dairy-free sour cream and cheese substitutes to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 dip with chips
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
