May 21, 7 layer taco dip - layered taco dip - seven layer taco dip

A 7 Layer Taco Dip is a perfect dip for parties or family get-togethers. Everybody will love this meatless layered taco dip recipe. They'll gather around the bowl until it's all gone.

For those that are watching their weight there's also a lower fat version and you honestly can't tell the difference in taste.

Seven Layer Taco Dip Ingredients

1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
1 (8 ounce) package cream cheese, softened
1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 large tomato, chopped
1 green bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch chopped green onions
1 small head iceberg lettuce, shredded
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives, drained
2 cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

In a medium bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and the refried beans. Spread the bean mixture onto a large serving platter.

Mix the sour cream and cream cheese in a medium sized bowl. Spread the cheese mixture over the refried beans.

Top the layers with salsa. Place a layer of tomato, green bell pepper, green onions and lettuce over the salsa, and top with Cheddar cheese.

Garnish with black olives.

The vegetables may be varied according to your family's taste. Another trick you can use if you're into lower calories is to substitute fat-free sour cream, fat-free cream cheese and reduced fat cheddar cheese.

This layered taco dip is so good nobody will even notice that it's low fat.

Make your party even more memorable by serving your 7 layer taco dip with homemade tortilla chips. Here's a simple recipe for making corn tortilla chips spiced only with salt.

Corn Tortilla ChipsIngredients

1 quart oil for frying
1 (12 ounce) package corn tortillas, cut into 6 wedges each
salt to taste

Directions

Heat oil in a large, heavy saucepan to 375 degrees F.

In small batches, fry the corn tortilla wedges until crisp. Remove from heat and drain on paper towels. Salt to taste while warm.

If you're making the low fat version the chips may alternately be prepared by baking the tortilla wedges in a 350 degree F oven for 5 minutes, or until crisp.

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