Ultimate Seven-Layer Dip Recipe for Easy Party Success
This seven-layer dip combines creamy, tangy, salty, and crunchy flavors into one magical bite. Perfect for parties, potlucks, and game-day gatherings, it’s easy to prepare and endlessly customizable.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (16-ounce) can refried beans
- 1 ½ cups guacamole
- 1 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
- 1 cup chunky salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- ½ cup sliced black olives
- Optional: diced tomatoes, green onions, or jalapeños
Instructions
- Spread the refried beans evenly across the bottom of your serving dish.
- Spoon the guacamole over the beans and gently spread it out evenly.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream with taco seasoning. Spread this mixture over the guacamole layer.
- Carefully spoon the salsa over the sour cream. Drain slightly if the salsa is watery.
- Add a generous layer of shredded cheese.
- Spread the shredded lettuce evenly over the cheese.
- Sprinkle black olives on top.
- Optional: Add diced tomatoes, green onions, or jalapeños for extra flavor and color.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or veggies for dipping.
Notes
For best results, use fresh guacamole and salsa. Drain watery salsa to avoid a soggy dip. Add lettuce and olives just before serving to keep them crisp. Serve with sturdy tortilla chips for dipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/10 of the recipe
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 14
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 7
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