Description
Mexican-inspired Seven Layer Taco Dip delivers a flavor fiesta perfect for party crowds. Layers of creamy beans, zesty salsa, tangy sour cream, and fresh toppings create an irresistible crowd-pleasing appetizer you’ll devour in minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 cup guacamole
- 1 cup salsa or pico de gallo (drained if watery)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- ½ cup chopped green onions
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
- 1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
Instructions
- Bean Foundation: Infuse refried beans with zesty taco seasoning, creating a robust base layer spread evenly across the serving dish, ensuring complete coverage.
- Creamy Fusion: Whip cream cheese and sour cream into a silky, uniform blend, gently cascading over the bean layer to create a smooth, rich stratum.
- Verdant Spread: Distribute guacamole in an even, vibrant layer, introducing a fresh, velvety texture to the dip’s composition.
- Salsa Splash: Disperse salsa or pico de gallo across the guacamole, adding a tangy, bright dimension that cuts through the previous creamy layers.
- Crisp and Cheesy Crown: Construct the final layers by scattering crisp lettuce shreds, then generously blanketing with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a textural contrast.
- Finishing Touches: Embellish the dip with briny black olive slices and finely chopped green onions, providing a striking visual and flavor finale.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the assembled dip for a minimum of one hour to allow flavors to meld, then present alongside crisp tortilla chips for dipping.
Notes
- Warm refried beans slightly before mixing with taco seasoning to ensure smooth, even spreading and better flavor integration.
- Pat lettuce dry before layering to prevent dip from becoming watery and maintain crisp texture.
- Adjust taco seasoning intensity based on personal preference, using homemade or store-bought blend for personalized heat.
- Prepare layers separately and assemble just before serving to maintain freshness and prevent ingredient breakdown, especially for crisp components like lettuce.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 500 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg