Super Bowl Seven Layer Taco (Printable)
Festive layered dip with creamy, guacamole, salsa, cheese, and vegetable toppings, perfect for sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups refried beans (canned or homemade)
02 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
→ Creamy Layer
03 - 1½ cups sour cream
04 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
→ Guacamole Layer
05 - 2 large ripe avocados
06 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
07 - ¼ teaspoon salt
→ Salsa Layer
08 - 1 cup chunky tomato salsa
→ Cheese Layer
09 - 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese or Mexican blend
→ Vegetable Toppings
10 - 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce
11 - ¾ cup diced tomatoes
12 - ¼ cup sliced black olives
13 - ¼ cup sliced green onions
→ For Serving
14 - 14 oz tortilla chips
# How-To Steps:
01 - Combine refried beans with taco seasoning in a medium bowl until thoroughly incorporated. Spread mixture evenly across the bottom of a 9x13-inch glass dish or large serving platter.
02 - Whip sour cream and softened cream cheese together in a separate bowl until completely smooth. Gently spread over the bean layer, working from the center outward to maintain distinct layers.
03 - Mash avocados with lime juice and salt, leaving some small chunks for texture. Spread evenly over the creamy layer.
04 - Carefully spoon salsa over the guacamole, spreading to the edges without disturbing the layers beneath.
05 - Evenly distribute shredded cheese over the salsa layer.
06 - Layer shredded lettuce first, followed by diced tomatoes, black olives, and green onions, ensuring even coverage.
07 - Cover dish with plastic wrap or lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld. Serve chilled with tortilla chips for dipping.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- You can assemble it entirely ahead of time and just pull it out when guests arrive
- Every layer offers a different texture and flavor so each bite feels exciting
- It feeds a crowd without needing any actual cooking or heating
02 -
- Letting the dip rest in the refrigerator is nonnegotiable for the best flavor melding
- Spatulas work better than knives for spreading each layer without mixing them together
- Room temperature cream cheese blends much smoother than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
- Use a glass dish so guests can see those gorgeous layers from the side
- Press plastic wrap directly onto the surface when refrigerating to prevent browning