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Mexican Seven Layer Dip Recipe

Score a touchdown with this crowd-pleasing Mexican Seven Layer Dip! Perfect for game day, parties, or a casual weeknight snack, this vibrant dip is layered with creamy avocado, zesty salsa, and all your favorite Mexican flavors. Easy to make ahead and always a hit!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 57.4 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.3 (3 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mexican Seven Layer Dip

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How to Make Mexican Seven Layer Dip

  1. Halve 2 ripe avocados, remove pits, and scoop the flesh into a medium bowl.
  2. Add 2 tablespoons of lime juice to the avocado. Mash with a fork until mostly smooth.
  3. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/8 teaspoon cumin. Mix well.
  4. In a separate bowl, combine 8 ounces cream cheese (softened), 1 cup sour cream, 1 cup salsa, and 1 teaspoon cumin. Mix until smooth.
  5. In a small bowl, mix 1 (15-ounce) can refried beans with 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
  6. Spread the refried beans evenly over the bottom of a large serving dish or casserole.
  7. Layer the guacamole on top of the beans, leaving a small border of beans visible.
  8. Spread the cream cheese mixture over the guacamole, leaving a small border of guacamole visible.
  9. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded lettuce over the cream cheese mixture, leaving a small border visible.
  10. Top with 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, 1 cup chopped tomatoes, and 1/2 cup sliced black olives.
  11. Garnish with tortilla chips around the edges of the dish.
  12. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld. Serve with extra tortilla chips.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

5 g

Sugar

4g

Fat

3g

Carbs

1g

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