Easy 7 Layer Bean Dip

 This 7-Layer Bean Dip is the ultimate game-day/party food. It’s packed with delicious flavors and is so easy to assemble.

Some other favorite game-day favorites: Buffalo Chicken Tenders, Baked Potato Dip, and Ham and Cheese Sliders.

7 Layer Bean Dip

Of all the appetizers out there, a good 7-Layer Bean Dip has always been one of my favorites. Growing up, my mom used to make this dip all the time. She’d make 2-3 separate dips, place them in the center of the snack-bar, and all 9 of us would crowd around the dips and eat them for lunch or dinner. We were never patient enough to spoon out the dip onto individual plates– it was just grab chips and GO before it’s all gone!

As game day approaches, there’s nothing better than easy, delicious appetizers and finger foods! This 7-Layer Bean Dip can be made ahead of time, goes great with chips and/or veggie sticks, and it’s a pretty well-rounded game-day appetizer.

Combine the following spices in a small bowl and whisk together. (This spice blend is the exact amount of one taco seasoning packet.)

• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon each: paprika and ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon each of salt and pepper

If you like the convenience of tearing open a packet of taco seasoning, why not make up a big batch of this and divide it into small plastic bags holding two tablespoons each?

Variations

• Add meat: You can put in a layer of cooked ground beef or turkey, if you do, i’d recommend putting them between the beans and guacamole.
• Season the sour cream: Mix in some ranch or additional taco seasoning with the sour cream for more flavor.
• Swap sour cream for greek yogurt: If you aren’t a fan of sour cream or looking for a higher protein option, you can swap the sour cream for plain greek yogurt.
• Try tomatoes: Instead of salsa, use chopped tomatoes or pico de gallo.
• More toppings: Go wild with extra toppings like pickled onions, jalapeños, cilantro, queso, or green salsa to make it even more exciting.

More Easy Appetizers:

• Pigs in a Blanket with everything bagel seasonings
• Italian Sliders guaranteed to be a hit
• French Dip Sliders with au jus sauce
• Five-ingredient Bacon Ranch Cheeseball
• Crispiest and best Air Fryer Fries

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7-Layer Bean Dip

By Chelsea Lords

 This 7-Layer Bean Dip is the ultimate game-day/party food. It's packed with delicious flavors and is so easy to assemble.

Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Chilling Time: 30 minutes minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 8 -12 people

Ingredients 

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• ▢ 1 can (15 - 16 oz) refried beans
• ▢ 1 jar (16 oz) mild or medium chunky salsa
• ▢ 1 container (13 oz) refrigerated guacamole
• ▢ 1 container (16 oz) sour cream
• ▢ 1 package (1 oz) taco seasoning
• ▢ 1 cup freshly grated sharp Cheddar cheese (or a Mexican blend)
• ▢ 1/2 cup sliced olives
• ▢ 1/4 cup sliced green onions
• ▢ 2 tablespoons fresh chopped cilantro, optional
• ▢ Tortilla chips, for serving

Instructions 

• Drain 1 cup of salsa in a fine-mesh sieve over the sink to prevent the dip from becoming soggy. Mix the remaining salsa with refried beans and spread in an 8x8 or 9x9-inch casserole dish or a 2-quart baking dish.
• Spread guacamole on top, then mix sour cream and seasoning in a small bowl and spread over the guacamole.
• Top with layers of strained salsa, cheese, olives, green onions, and cilantro. Chill for 30 minutes to 2 hours, then serve with tortilla chips.

Recipe Notes

• Nutritional information does not include the tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Calories: 312kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Cholesterol: 44mg | Sodium: 1259mg | Potassium: 492mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1282IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 211mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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