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Easy 7-Layer Dip

Easy 7-Layer Dip

A flavorful Easy 7-Layer Dip featuring layers of beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, and fresh toppings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 8 servings
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • 9×13-inch baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • hand mixer

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (16-ounce) refried beans
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt plus more for the tomatoes
  • 4 medium avocados
  • ¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (from about 2 limes)
  • ½ cup finely chopped red onion (from 1 small red onion), divided
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped unseeded jalapeño (from 1 small jalapeño, optional)
  • 16 ounces sour cream
  • 4 ounces cream cheese softened
  • 1 package (1-ounce) 25% less-sodium taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups salsa
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese (8 ounces)
  • 2 plum or Roma tomatoes diced
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 can (2.25-ounce) sliced black olives drained
  • Tortilla chips for serving

Instructions
 

  • Spread 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans into an even layer in a 9x13-inch or 7x11-inch baking dish.
  • Make garlic paste by first mincing 2 large garlic cloves, then sprinkling with 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Then hold the blunt side of the knife with both hands, and scrape the sharp end of a knife against the pile of garlic at an angle to flatten the garlic. Work the garlic back into a tidy pile and repeat, pressing and scraping the knife through the pile for 2 to 3 minutes until you have a smooth paste. Transfer the garlic paste to a large bowl.
  • Slice 4 medium avocados in half lengthwise and remove and discard the pits. Scoop the avocado flesh into the bowl of garlic. Add ¼ cup lime juice and ¼ cup of the finely chopped red onion, then use a fork or potato masher to mash to desired consistency. Stir in 2 tablespoons finely chopped unseeded jalapeño, if using. Spread the guacamole into an even layer on top of the refried beans.
  • Mix 16 ounces sour cream, 4 ounces softened cream cheese, and 1 (1-ounce) package 25% less-sodium taco seasoning mix together in a large mixing bowl with a hand mixer until smooth. Then spread the sour cream mixture over the guacamole into an even layer, covering the guacamole completely.
  • Spread 2 cups salsa over the sour cream layer, spreading into an even layer and top with 2 cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese.
  • Stir 2 diced plum tomatoes, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro, remaining ¼ cup finely chopped red onion, and a pinch of kosher salt together in a small bowl. Scatter evenly over the cheese. Sprinkle 1 (2.25-ounce) can drained sliced black olives on top.

Notes

The dip can be made 1 day in advance. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve. Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 560mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 8mg
Keyword Appetizers, dip recipes, Easy 7-Layer Dip, Easy Recipes, Mexican Food, Party Dip
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