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Square overhead shot of 7 layer bean dip in a white round pie plate.
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7 Layer Bean Dip

This easy 7 layer bean dip is a crowd-pleasing no-bake appetizer with layers of refried beans, guacamole, taco sour cream, cheese, and fresh toppings.
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Mexican
Keyword 7 layer bean dip, 7 layer dip
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 12 people
Calories 241kcal
Author Blair Lonergan

Ingredients

  • 1 (16 ounce) can refried beans
  • 1 (13 ounce) container refrigerated guacamole (about 1 ¾ cups)
  • 1 (16 ounce) container sour cream
  • 1 (1 ounce) packet taco seasoning mix
  • 2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend or cheddar cheese
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes, drained on paper towels to absorb juices
  • ¼ cup green onions (white and green parts), sliced
  • 1 (2.25 ounce) can sliced olives, drained (about ¼ cup)
  • For serving: tortilla chips

Instructions

  • Spread refried beans in the bottom of a deep pie plate.
    Refried beans spread in the bottom of a pie dish.
  • Spread guacamole over top.
    Spreading a layer of guacamole.
  • Stir together sour cream and taco seasoning. Spread over the guacamole.
    Spreading the seasoned sour cream on top.
  • Add a layer of cheese.
    Adding the cheese layer.
  • Top with tomatoes, green onions, and olives.
    Horizontal overhead shot of an assembled 7 layer bean dip before serving.
  • Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
    Horizontal overhead shot of a spoon in a dish of 7 layer bean dip with a side of tortilla chips.

Notes

  • Drain the tomatoes well before adding them to the dip.
  • Homemade or store-bought guacamole both work well.
  • Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Cheddar, Mexican blend, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack cheese are all great options.
  • Add cooled taco meat for a heartier version.
  • Assemble up to 8 hours in advance.
  • Wait to add tomatoes if making the dip far ahead.
  • Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Do not freeze.
  • Serve with sturdy tortilla chips for easy scooping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1/12 of the dip | Calories: 241kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 621mg | Potassium: 250mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 764IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 196mg | Iron: 1mg