The Best 7 Layer Dip {Easy Recipe} Recipe
This Best 7 Layer Dip is an easy-to-make, flavorful party appetizer featuring layers of refried beans, guacamole, sour cream mixed with taco seasoning, chunky salsa, shredded cheese, lettuce, black olives, tomatoes, and green onions. Perfect for gatherings, this no-cook layered dip can be made ahead and chilled, then served with tortilla chips for a delicious crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Ingredients
Scale
Beans Layer
- 32 ounces (2 16-ounce cans) canned refried beans (Old El Paso brand recommended)
- 3 tablespoons water
Guacamole Layer
- 1½ cups premade mild guacamole (e.g., Walmart Freshness Guaranteed)
Sour Cream Layer
- 2 cups sour cream
- 1 ounce packet mild taco seasoning (Great Value brand recommended)
Salsa Layer
- 16 ounces container chunky mild salsa (Pace brand), drained through a mesh strainer
Vegetable and Cheese Layers
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
- 2 cups pre-shredded fiesta blend cheese (Great Value brand)
- 2.25 ounces sliced black olives (Mario brand), well drained
- 1 cup chopped roma tomatoes
- ½ cup thinly sliced green onions
Instructions
- Prepare the Beans Layer: In a small mixing bowl, combine the canned refried beans with 3 tablespoons of water. Stir thoroughly until smooth and evenly mixed to achieve a spreadable consistency.
- Spread Beans: Using a silicone or offset spatula, evenly spread the refried beans mixture on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish, creating a firm base layer.
- Add Guacamole Layer: Evenly spread 1½ cups of premade mild guacamole directly over the refried beans to form the second layer.
- Mix Sour Cream and Taco Seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 cups of sour cream with the entire packet of taco seasoning until well incorporated to create a flavorful creamy layer.
- Spread Sour Cream Mixture: Spread the sour cream and taco seasoning mixture evenly over the guacamole layer.
- Drain and Add Salsa: Drain excess liquid from the 16-ounce container of chunky mild salsa by straining it through a mesh strainer, then evenly spread the salsa over the sour cream layer.
- Add Cheese Layer: Sprinkle 2 cups of shredded fiesta blend cheese evenly over the salsa.
- Add Lettuce Layer: Evenly distribute 2 cups of shredded lettuce over the cheese layer.
- Add Black Olives: Sprinkle the well-drained 2.25 ounces of sliced black olives over the lettuce layer.
- Add Tomatoes: Pat excess juice off 1 cup of chopped roma tomatoes and evenly sprinkle over the black olive layer.
- Top with Green Onions: Finish the dip by sprinkling ½ cup of thinly sliced green onions over the tomatoes.
- Chill Before Serving: Cover the dish tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.
Notes
- Storage: Cover leftovers and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Expect some natural juice release due to fresh and canned ingredients.
- Make Ahead: This dip can be prepared the night before. Keep refrigerated until ready to serve.
- Meaty Variation: Add a cooked layer of seasoned ground beef, turkey, or pork above the beans layer for a meatier dip.
- Spice Level: Adjust heat by choosing hot or mild salsa and guacamole, and optionally adding chili powder to the beans.
- Additional Toppings: Feel free to add scallions, jalapeños, pico de gallo, crushed corn chips, or other favorites to customize the dip.
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