Flavorful 7-Layer Taco Dip Recipe Perfect for Easy Party Snacks
A quick and easy 7-layer taco dip combining creamy beans, homemade guacamole, fresh pico de gallo, and other vibrant layers, perfect for parties and casual gatherings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
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- 1 cup refried beans (preferably canned)
- 1 cup full-fat sour cream (or Greek yogurt as a lighter swap)
- 1 cup homemade guacamole (made with 2 ripe avocados, 1 tbsp lime juice, 2 tbsp finely chopped cilantro, 1 tsp minced jalapeño, and salt to taste)
- 1 cup pico de gallo (made with 2 medium tomatoes diced, 1/4 cup diced onion, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, 1 tbsp lime juice, and salt)
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (sharp or mild)
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives, drained
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- Optional: jalapeño slices or diced for extra heat, chopped red bell pepper for color
Instructions
- Prepare the guacamole: In a medium bowl, mash peeled avocados until creamy but still chunky. Stir in lime juice, cilantro, jalapeño, and salt. Cover with plastic wrap pressed onto the surface to prevent browning and set aside.
- Make the pico de gallo: Combine diced tomatoes, onion, cilantro, lime juice, and salt in another bowl. Mix gently and let sit while assembling the dip.
- Layer the refried beans evenly on the bottom of a shallow, wide serving dish. Warm slightly if thick for easier spreading.
- Spread the sour cream gently over the refried beans to create a smooth, even layer.
- Carefully spread the guacamole over the sour cream without mixing layers.
- Spoon the pico de gallo evenly over the guacamole layer.
- Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the pico de gallo, then top with sliced black olives and green onions.
- Refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to let flavors meld. Serve with tortilla chips or crunchy veggies.
Notes
Use ripe avocados that yield gently under pressure for best guacamole. Drain watery ingredients like tomatoes to avoid a runny dip. Season each layer lightly with salt or lime juice for balanced flavor. Chill dip for at least 30 minutes to meld flavors. Warming refried beans slightly helps spreading. For vegan or dairy-free versions, substitute sour cream with coconut yogurt and use vegan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1/8 of
- Calories: 180
- Fat: 12
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 6
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