Description
Add a burst of flavor and festive flair to summer gatherings with this colorful Patriotic 7 Layer Taco Dip! Layered with creamy beans, zesty guacamole, and fresh veggies, this crowd-pleasing appetizer brings the red, white, and blue. Easy to assemble, visually stunning, and a guaranteed hit at any party.
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Ingredients
– 1 can (16 oz) refried beans
– 1 tbsp taco seasoning
– 1 cup guacamole
– 1 cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt)
– ½ cup mayonnaise (optional, for creaminess)
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
– 1 cup diced cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper (red layer)
– 1 tbsp sour cream lines (for white stripes)
– ½ cup blueberries for blue stars section
– ½ cup sliced black olives
– ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
– ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
– Tortilla chips or veggie sticks for serving
Instructions
1: Mix refried beans with taco seasoning and spread evenly in the bottom of your dish
2: Layer the guacamole on top of the beans
3: Mix sour cream and mayo, then spread evenly over the guacamole
4: Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese atop the sour cream layer
5: Arrange cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper over one third of the top to form a red stripe
6: Draw thin lines of sour cream across the cheese for white stripes
7: Place blueberries in a cluster in the upper-left corner to represent blue stars
8: Scatter black olives, red onion, and cilantro over the remaining cheese surface
9: Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving with tortilla chips or veggies
Notes
Use a glass dish so the layers show through
Spread gently to keep layers distinct and neat
Chill before serving to help the dip set
Make ahead—prepare a few hours or a day before
Customize—add corn, jalapeños, or swap Greek yogurt for sour cream
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cuisine: American–Mexican Fusion