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7 Layer Dip Recipe

  • Total Time: 60 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This classic 7 Layer Dip Recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, featuring creamy refried beans, fresh guacamole, seasoned sour cream, salsa, melty cheese, and vibrant toppings. It’s quick to assemble, visually stunning, and perfect for parties, game days, and gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 medium avocados
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion, divided
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped jalapeño (optional)
  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
  • 1 (1-ounce) packet reduced-sodium taco seasoning
  • 2 cups salsa, drained if watery
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese
  • 2 Roma tomatoes, diced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 (2.25-ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
  • Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions

  1. Spread refried beans evenly into the bottom of a serving dish.
  2. In a bowl, mash avocados with garlic paste, lime juice, half of the red onion, salt, and jalapeño if using.
  3. Spread the guacamole evenly over the bean layer.
  4. Using a mixer, blend sour cream, cream cheese, and taco seasoning until smooth.
  5. Spread the sour cream mixture evenly over the guacamole.
  6. Layer salsa evenly over the sour cream.
  7. Sprinkle shredded Mexican-blend cheese evenly on top.
  8. In a small bowl, mix tomatoes, remaining red onion, cilantro, and a pinch of salt.
  9. Scatter the fresh topping mixture over the cheese.
  10. Finish with sliced black olives.
  11. Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving, if desired.
  12. Serve with tortilla chips.

Notes

For best results, drain salsa well and fully cover the guacamole layer with sour cream to prevent browning.

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-Bake
  • Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 1092mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: 7 layer dip, seven layer dip, party dip, mexican dip, appetizer dip

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