Ultimate Layered Taco Dip (Printable)
Creamy and zesty layered dip topped with fresh veggies and cheese, perfect for parties and gatherings.
# What You Need:
→ Base Layer
01 - 1 can refried beans (16 oz)
02 - 1 teaspoon taco seasoning
→ Creamy Layer
03 - 1 cup sour cream
04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
05 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
→ Salsa Layer
07 - 1 cup chunky salsa, drained
→ Toppings
08 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
09 - 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
10 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, diced
11 - 1/2 cup black olives, sliced
12 - 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
13 - 1 medium avocado, diced
14 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
15 - Tortilla chips for serving
→ Optional Protein Layer
16 - 1/2 lb ground beef or turkey, cooked with taco seasoning
# How-To:
01 - Mix refried beans with taco seasoning in a medium bowl. Spread evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch serving dish or trifle bowl.
02 - Whisk sour cream, softened cream cheese, lime juice, and garlic powder until completely smooth. Spread this mixture evenly over the bean layer.
03 - Spoon drained salsa over the creamy layer. Spread gently to maintain distinct layers without mixing.
04 - If using cooked ground meat, distribute evenly over the salsa layer.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded cheddar and Monterey Jack cheeses over the previous layer.
06 - Arrange diced tomatoes, black olives, green onions, diced avocado, and cilantro across the top.
07 - Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to meld flavors. Serve chilled with tortilla chips.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Everything can be prepped ahead so you are actually hanging out with your guests instead of being stuck in the kitchen
- The combination of cool creamy layers against bright zesty salsa and fresh toppings hits every single craving at once
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- I once skipped draining the salsa and ended up with a watery mess that had all the layers sliding into each other so please do not skip that step
- Adding avocado more than an hour before serving will give you brownish cubes that nobody wants to eat so save that for the final 30 minutes
03 -
- A clear glass serving dish shows off those beautiful layers and makes the whole spread look more impressive
- Room temperature ingredients mix together so much easier and prevent those frustrating lumps in your creamy layer