How to Make 7-Layer Dip - A Step-by-Step Guide

7-Layer Dip is a classic party appetizer that combines a variety of delicious ingredients to create a flavorful and colorful dish. Whether you're hosting a game day gathering or a festive celebration, this dish is sure to be a hit with your guests. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to your taste preferences, making it a versatile and crowd-pleasing option for any occasion.

The layers of this dip are what make it so unique and delicious. Each layer adds its own distinct...

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Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans (traditional variety)
  • 1 (4.5 ounce) can chopped green chiles, undrained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice, plus
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice for avocado layer
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt
  • 3 avocados, halved, pitted, flesh spooned out
  • 1 cup sour cream
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 cup salsa (drain to equal 1 cup if salsa is especially runny)
  • ¾ cup sliced canned black olives, drained
  • 1 cup grated pepper Jack cheese
  • ½ cup thin sliced scallion greens, green part only

Information

  • Servings: 64
  • Yield: 8 cups

  • Mix beans, chiles, 1 Tb. of lime juice, chili powder, cumin, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. In a second small bowl, mash avocados with a fork; stir in remaining 2 Tbs. lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to make guacamole. In a third small bowl, mix sour cream and mayonnaise.
  • Spread bean mixture, then guacamole, then sour cream mixture, and finally salsa over the bottom of a 9-inch deep-dish pie plate or similar size pan. Sprinkle with olives, then cheese. (Dip can be covered and refrigerated up to 2 days) To serve, sprinkle with green onions.
  • Nutrition

    54 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 109mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 3g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 1g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 23mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 91mg