Seven-Layer Dip
A party favorite layered in a clear dish: seasoned refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, Cheddar, black olives and green onions. Serves 12.
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Seven-layer dip is the potluck and game-day classic, and part of the fun is seeing the stripes through a glass dish. Each layer is simple, so it comes together in about 20 minutes.
Make it a few hours ahead and add the toppings just before serving.
Ingredients
- 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
- 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
- 2 cups guacamole
- 1 1/2 cups sour cream
- 1 cup thick salsa, drained
- 1 1/2 cups shredded Cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 1/2 cup sliced black olives
- 3 green onions, sliced
- Tortilla chips, for serving
Instructions
- Beans. Stir the taco seasoning into the refried beans and spread in the bottom of a clear 8 x 8-inch dish.
- Layer. Spread the guacamole over the beans, then the sour cream, then the drained salsa.
- Top. Sprinkle with the cheese, olives and green onions.
- Serve. Serve right away with tortilla chips, or cover and chill up to 4 hours.
Tips
- Drain the salsa so the layers do not run.
- Spread each layer gently from the center out so they stay neat.
Questions about this recipe
- What are the seven layers?
- Refried beans, guacamole, sour cream, salsa, cheese, olives and green onions.
- How far ahead can I make it?
- Up to 4 hours, covered in the refrigerator.
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