7 Layer Dip
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4.9
7 Layer Dip
Description
This dip begins with a well-seasoned base of refried beans combined with diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder. Next, mashed avocado is mixed with lime juice and fresh cilantro, then layered on top followed by sour cream. A blend of shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses provides a melty, sharp contrast, while sliced black olives, diced tomatoes, and green onions add freshness and textural interest. The layers are built in a baking dish but served cold or at room temperature.
The result is a rich, multi-textured dip combining creamy, tangy, and mildly spicy elements. It’s often enjoyed with tortilla chips as an appetizer or party snack. The dip can be prepared a day ahead, allowing flavors to meld.
Ingredients
- 1 refried beans Rosarita traditional, 16 oz can
- 1 diced tomatoes with green chilies Rotel, 10 oz can, drained; use mild for less heat
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 3/4 tsp cumin ground
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder divided
- salt freshly ground
- black pepper freshly ground
- 3 avocado peeled and cored (Hass are preferred, medium
- 1 1/2 Tbsp lime juice fresh
- 1/4 cup cilantro chopped, fresh
- 12 oz sour cream
- 1/2 black olives sliced, 6 oz can
- 2 Roma tomatoes diced, small
- 1 3/4 cups cheddar cheese finely shredded, blend
- 1 3/4 cups Monterey jack cheese finely shredded, blend
- 1/3 cup green onion sliced
Instructions
- In a medium mixing bowl stir together refried beans, canned tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, 1/4 tsp garlic powder and season with salt and pepper to taste (about 1/2 tsp salt/ 1/4 tsp pepper). Spread mixture into an even layer in 7 by 11-inch baking dish.
- Mash avocado with lime juice. Mix in cilantro and season with remaining 1/4 tsp garlic powder and salt to taste. Spread into an even layer over the bean layer in baking dish, then spread sour cream over avocado layer.
- Sprinkle with cheese, black olives over sour cream layer then top with tomatoes and green onions. Serve with tortillas chips. Dip can be made a day in advance, just cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Recipe source: Cooking Classy
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.9
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