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The Best 7 Layer Dip {Easy Recipe}

Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 300
This delicious 7 layer dip is perfect for parties and gatherings, combining layers of beans, guacamole, sour cream, and more for a crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Ingredients

Beans

  • 32 ounces canned refried beans ((2 16-ounce cans, such as Old El Paso))
  • 3 tablespoons water ((to thin the bean layer))

Guacamole

  • 1.5 cups premade mild guacamole ((or mash your own from 2-3 avocados))

Sour Cream

  • 2 cups sour cream ((to be mixed with taco seasoning))
  • 1 ounce packet mild taco seasoning ((such as Great Value brand))

Salsa

  • 16 ounces chunky mild salsa ((such as Pace brand, drained through a mesh strainer))

Lettuce

  • 2 cups shredded lettuce ((iceberg or romaine))

Cheese

  • 2 cups pre-shredded fiesta blend cheese ((such as Great Value brand))

Olives

  • 2.25 ounces sliced black olives ((such as Mario brand, well drained))

Tomatoes

  • 1 cup chopped roma tomatoes ((seeds removed for less watery dip))
  • 0.5 cup thinly sliced green onions ((white and light green parts))

Instructions 

  • Mix the beans with water until smooth.
  • Spread the bean mixture in a baking dish.
  • Mix sour cream with taco seasoning and spread over beans.
  • Layer guacamole, then salsa, followed by lettuce and cheese.
  • Garnish with olives, tomatoes, and green onions.

Notes

Serve with tortilla chips for dipping!
Calories: 300kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: dip