Best 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe (2024)

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by Sandyon Jul 6, 2020

This 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe is the best party snack made with fresh ingredients. Add refried beans layered with guacamole, sour cream, veggies, and cheese!

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Friends, here’s a delicious version of 7-Layer Dip with summer, juicy, heirloom tomatoes! Be prepared for it to be scooped up into chips and devoured by the end of your party! It’s the ultimate party snack! You could easily serve this in the center of thisEasy Pork Carnitas Taco Board, too!

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Best 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe

What’s In 7 Layer Dip? This 9×13 pan of deliciousness has 7 layers to it. The layers in 7 Layer Dip are:

  • Guacamole
  • Sour cream with taco seasoning
  • Black refried beans
  • Corn (fresh off the cob or canned)
  • Queso Fresco
  • Heirloom tomatoes
  • Black olives (and cilantro or chives for garnish)

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It’s nice to have a few yummy appetizers to graze on, for holiday celebrations!

Cooking with summer’s freshest corn, tomatoes, and avocados, I’ve come up with a favorite 7 Layer Bean Dip, perfect for the Fourth of July (or any summer party!)

How to serve bean dip

Unlike the traditional bean dip, this 7 Layer Dip is served cold. Make and chill until right before serving, and set out with your favorite crackers or chips!

Our favorite chips right now in our kitchen is Fred Meyer’s (Kroger’s) Organic Sweet Potato Chips. Have you tried them?

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More Tex Mex dips to try:

Easy Corn Pico de Gallo Salad

Epic Chips and Dips Board

Tex Mex Enchilada Dip

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How to assemble 7 layer dip

  1. To assemble this recipe, grab a 9 x 13 glass dish. Glass is greatbecause then you can see the layers!
  2. Starting with the refried beans at the bottom, spread each layer of the beans, guacamole and sour cream one at a time.Use a spatula to spread each layer before adding the next layer.
  3. My favorite topping for this dip is heirloom tomatoes. We love this dip during the summer months because the tomatoes taste soooo much better!
  4. Cover the dip with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill for 30 minutes before setting out to serve. You can also make this head and chill overnight.
  5. Serve the layered dip cold with tortilla chips or crackers!

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Summer is the season for dips and yummy appetizers, and I tend to get a little out of control withhow much I eat.

Especially when you’re grazing, munching, mingling, and having a great time!

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We took snacks and drinks to an open field to tailgate with friends for my 57th birthday last night. Thanks to all my family and friends for all the special wishes and birthday love throughout the day! Birthdays are very special, and my heart is grateful for another year of blessings!

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I love cooking fresh!

This dip is made with fresh summer heirloom tomatoes. Use fresh corn if you can, and add your favorite taco seasoning to the sour cream. Layer it together and enjoy!

Which, by the way, if you plan on making this Root Beer Float Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting for dessert, you might as well try these recipes, too:

Pedro’s Special Mexican Casserole

Trader Joe’s Easy Taco Salad

Mexican Pasta Shells Salad Recipe

I couldn’t wait to serve this dip tomy guests – Dig in, friends!

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7 Layer Bean Dip

Prep Time: 15 minutes mins

Total Time: 15 minutes mins

Yield: 8

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Ingredients

  • 12 oz guacamole
  • 1 cup sour cream, heaping
  • 1 tsp. taco seasoning
  • 1 15 oz can Organic Refried Black Beans
  • 1 15 oz can corn, or fresh corn, cut off the cob
  • 1 small can olives, drained and sliced
  • 8 oz Queso Fresco, crumbled
  • 1-2 heirloom tomatoes, cut into small chunks
  • Cillantro or chives, for garnish

Instructions

  • Spread refried black beans on the bottom of a 9x13 glass dish.

  • Mix the sour cream with the taco seasoning.

  • Layer on the beans the corn, guacamole, olives, sour cream and cheese.

  • Sprinkle chopped heirloom tomatoes on top.

  • Garnish with chopped cilantro or chives.

  • Cover the dip with plastic wrap and place in the fridge to chill for 30 minutes before setting out to serve. You can also make this head and chill overnight.

  • Serve with your favorite chips or crackers!

Notes

Updated from JUNE 2014

Cuisine: Mexican

Course: Appetizer

Author: Sandy / Reluctant Entertainer

Did you make this recipe?Tag @reluctantentertainer on Instagram and hashtag it #reluctantentertainer!

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  1. Carol at Wild Goose TeaReply

    I love to set a festive table. Yours is very cheery and in the mood. Hooray for a no guilt dip. One loses track sometimes how much they are putting in their mouth, when they are laughing and talking.

  2. Kathy E.Reply

    We are not avocado lovers…not even likers! I’m going to try this without that layer…hoping it will still be delish!

  3. Amy TReply

    This definitely sounds yummy, will give it a try.

  4. JulieDReply

    I have to make this! Looks so good, Sandy!! What a great way to use the taco seasoning! <3

  5. kirstinReply

    Yum! Looks so good! I often make a layered dip, but one of our favorites is a “Texas Caviar”.

  6. CindyReply

    Love your red, white, blue table – where did you find the water bottles (with the wire tops) that you use often on your table when entertaining?

  7. Tieghan GerardReply

    Everything look so pretty and well, fresh! Love all the red, white and blue too!

Best 7 Layer Bean Dip Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is 7 layer dip made of? ›

This 7 Layer Dip is made with beans, sour cream, guacamole, cheese, tomatoes, olives, and scallions. Nothing fancy and no cooking required, but together the whole combination tastes amazing when scooped up with a sturdy tortilla chip.

What's the difference between refried beans and bean dip? ›

Bean dip is made of cooked (in water) beans which are mashed/pureed but not cooked any further. Refried beans are cooked in water, mashed, and then sauteed in some cooking fat, traditionally lard but now usually oil. Of course you could let them cool and use them for a bean dip.

What is Mexican bean dip made of? ›

Mix refried beans, cream cheese, sour cream, and taco seasoning together in a large bowl; fold in jalapeño pepper. Spread mixture into a 9x13-inch baking dish.

What can I do with leftover 7 layer dip? ›

The most obvious choice is a quesadilla; just spread the dip onto a tortilla, mash lots of shredded cheese into the dip, fold, and fry. In fact, any of the seven layers of a seven layer dip will work in a quesadilla, so invite them all.

What is 5 layer dip made of? ›

Looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer for game day? Try this easy recipe for a flavorful and satisfying Layer Mexican Dip. Packed with layers of refried beans, guacamole, salsa, sour cream, and topped with a generous sprinkle of cheese, this dip is a guaranteed hit.

What is the history of 7 layer dip? ›

In 1982, Peggy Shoop, a resident of Grapevine, Texas, adapted a dish that transformed the history of party food. She took a recipe for a dip she found in Southern Living that layered sour cream, guacamole, salsa, and cheese, and added her own additions—refried beans and jalapeños. A classic was born.

Why do restaurant refried beans taste so good? ›

If you're wondering what is the secret ingredient for restaurant-quality refried beans, the answer is fat. Restaurant-made refried beans honor traditional Mexican culinary practices by adding a hearty helping of lard or bacon fat drippings to their recipe.

Why is my bean dip watery? ›

Dips can turn watery if food, such as chips or vegetables like carrots and celery, is being dipped directly into the container and then refrigerated and re-opened for later use.

What is bean dip slang for? ›

What the heck does 'bean dip' mean? Urban Dictionary defines "bean dip" as "(flicking) a woman's (or man's) breast with the index finger." It's "dubbed 'bean dip' because the move is similar to that of scooping up bean dip," the website reads.

Is bean dip just refried beans? ›

While refried beans usually resemble a chunky, mashed mixture perfect for spreading on tortillas or serving alongside warm rice, bean dip can be made with whole beans with a fresh appeal similar to classic pico de gallo or puréed into a smooth consistency with several different ingredients.

Do most Mexican restaurants use lard in beans? ›

If it's an authentic Mexican restaurant local to the area - not a chain - then they probably use lard or meat drippings of some sort for their beans. If it's a faux Mexican chain, some do and some don't. Most refried beans are made with lard. Unless thc menu says specifically vegetarian, assume it was made with lard.

Do Mexicans soak beans before cooking? ›

Mexican cooks don't pre-soak beans. They just add beans to water and get on with the cooking. No soaking or draining for them.

Does 7 layer dip go bad? ›

If you're looking for a hot dip, check out our refried bean dip, jalapeño popper dip or black bean dip for cheesy, warming dips to dunk into. How long does 7-layer dip last? Though we think this dip is best consumed in the first 24 hours, leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.

Can you eat bean dip left out overnight? ›

The USDA says food that has been left out of the fridge for more than two hours should be thrown away. At room temperature, bacteria grows incredibly fast and can make you sick. Reheating something that has been sitting at room temperature for longer than two hours won't be safe from bacteria.

Can you eat bean dip cold? ›

Bean dip can be served cold, at room temperature, or as a hot dish. Hot bean dip can be prepared ahead of time, refrigerated and then cooked at a later time, and can also be prepared using a slow cooker and served in the appliance. Bean dip can be prepared as a vegan and gluten-free dish.

What is chip dip made of? ›

Combine cream cheese, mayonnaise, milk, and Worcestershire sauce in a small mixing bowl. Stir in onions to combine.

What is crack dip made of? ›

What Is Crack Dip? Crack dip is a hot dip that combines bacon, cheddar, cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch dressing. It gets its name because it's so irresistible and addictive!

What dip contains? ›

What are some of the chemicals in smokeless tobacco? Dip contains nicotine, which can lead to addiction. Cadmium, chromium, arsenic, nickel, and benzo[a]pyrene are just a few of the 30 cancer-causing chemicals that can be found in dip. Is dip better or safer for teens to use than cigarettes or other tobacco products?

What makes a dip a dip? ›

Dips are typically made by combining a fat, such as sour cream or mayonnaise, with an acid, such as vinegar or lemon juice. Flavorings, such as herbs, spices, or vegetables, are then added to the mixture. The dips can be either smooth or chunky in texture and can be served either cold or hot.

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