7 Layer Dip

7 layer dip with a couple tortillas scattered around.

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5 from 10 votes

A 7 Layer Dip is the perfect way to please a crowd. Always a fan favorite appetizer and the first to be finished!

Prep Time20

Chill Time1

Total Time1 20

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American, Mexican

Servings: ½ cup servings

Calories: 276kcal

Author: Jennifer Fishkind

Ingredients

32 ounces (2 16-ounce) canned refried beans (I Old El Paso brand)
3 tablespoons water
1½ cups premade mild guacamole (I used Walmart brand - Freshness Guaranteed)
2 cups sour cream
1 ounce packet mild taco seasoning (I used Great Value brand)
16 ounces container chunky mild salsa (I used Pace brand), drained through a mesh strainer
2 cups shredded lettuce
2 cups pre-shredded fiesta blend cheese (I used Great Value brand)
2.25 ounces sliced black olives (I used Mario brand), well drained
1 cup chopped roma tomatoes
½ cup thinly sliced green onions

Instructions

Add the canned refried beans to a small mixing bowl. Add the 3 tablespoons of water, and stir until completely combined and smooth.
32 ounces (2 16-ounce) canned refried beans , 3 tablespoons water
Use either a silicone spatula, or an offset spatula to evenly spread the refried beans into the bottom of a 9x13 baking dish. (I used a clear glass 9x13 baking dish)
Evenly spread the premade guacamole over the refried beans layer.
1½ cups premade mild guacamole
Next add the sour cream to a small mixing bowl. Sprinkle the packet of taco seasoning into the sour cream. Whisk until well incorporated.
2 cups sour cream, 1 ounce packet mild taco seasoning
Spread the sour cream mixture over the guacamole layer.
Next, drain the container of chunky mild salsa through a mesh strainer to remove excess liquid, then spread the salsa over the sour cream layer.
16 ounces container chunky mild salsa
Sprinkle the shredded fiesta blend cheese over the salsa layer.
2 cups pre-shredded fiesta blend cheese
Sprinkle the shredded lettuce over the shredded cheese layer.
2 cups shredded lettuce
Sprinkle the drained sliced black olives over the shredded lettuce.
2.25 ounces sliced black olives
Sprinkle the chopped roma tomatoes over the black olives. (You can pat the tomatoes of excess juice)
1 cup chopped roma tomatoes
And, finally, sprinkle the thinly sliced green onions over the chopped tomatoes. Cover tightly with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour before serving with tortilla chips.
½ cup thinly sliced green onions

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Notes

Storage:

To Store: Store any leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Please keep in mind that this dip is made of several different fresh and canned vegetables, and that means that there will be natural juices that will be released.
Make Ahead: You can definitely make this 7 layer dip the night before. Store it covered in the fridge until you're ready to serve.

Tips:

You can add a layer of seasoned ground meat to make your dip a bit meaty. Add a layer of ground beef, ground turkey, or ground pork just above the beans.
Change up the spice level to match your preferences. If you like things hot and spicy use a hot salsa, hot guacamole and add some chili powder to your beans. If you like a less-spicy layered dip, use mild ingredients. Or play around with something in the middle until you get just the right heat level to meet your needs.
You can add even more toppings, such as scallions, jalapeños, pico de gallo, crushed corn chips, or any of your favorites. No need to stop at 7 layers!

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