READY IN 15 mins

Seven Layer Dip III

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"This is a great appetizer for Christmas parties. The Mexican-inspired layers look great and taste even better. Serve it with tortilla chips." — Liz

Directions

Layer shredded lettuce on a 12 inch serving platter.
In a medium bowl, stir together black beans, red chile peppers and green onions. Spoon the mixture on top of the lettuce. Gently spread sour cream over beans. Sprinkle with jalapeno peppers and lime zest.
Drain excess liquid from salsa. Place salsa in a medium bowl. Stir in avocado. Spoon the mixture over sour cream layer. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Top with black olives and cilantro. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator.

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PREP 15 mins
READY IN 15 mins

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Jan 14, 2006

This is fantastic! I love the black beans in place of refried. I have made this several times, and it was the hit of every party - everyone requests it now. In place of mixing the cut avocados with the salsa, I actually cut thin slices and laid them out on top of the dip to make it look extra appetizing.

—Sophia

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Nov 30, 2008

I liked this, but not as much as I thought I would. I think I would use less lettuce next time, and more beans (maybe even the more traditional refried beans, instead of the black beans), and more avocado and cheese. The flavors were great, though - especially the fresh jalapenos and cilantro.

—Alison M.

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15 Ratings

Oct 10, 2006

I absolutely love this seven-layer dip! It was the first one I've ever made, and absolutely everyone loved it...I've never had so many people ask me for a recipe!

—bfrogjules

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Dec 07, 2005

This recipe is the classic. It was scrumptious and had six adults and several small children hovering over it until it was gone....

—Anne

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Jan 22, 2005

I've been using this recipe for years, and it always disappears fast, whether at a gathering of high school or college students, a group of friends, or just a family dinner, where it's one of the few vegetarian meals the kids will eat. I generally leave out the avocado, the chiles, and the olives and if you use hot salsa, the recipe tastes fine without the chiles. I don't miss the avocado or the olives either, but that's really a matter of taste.

—Katie

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Apr 29, 2005

Finally! Something I can actually make without refried beans!! which I do not consider acceptable food.

—AMOSWALD

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Oct 08, 2009

Have made this many times. Always a hit.

—Elaine Mical

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Jul 06, 2009

This is a great recipe for football games. I leave out the sour cream because I don't like it and add guacamole as a substitute.

—Bob the Baker

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Nutrition

Calories
35 kcal
2%

Carbohydrates
1.6 g
< 1%

Cholesterol
5 mg
2%

Fat
2.8 g
4%

Fiber
0.6 g
2%

Protein
1.1 g
2%

Sodium
79 mg
3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Seven Layer Dip III

Serving Size: 1/32 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 32
Amount Per Serving
** Calories: 35
** Calories from Fat: 26

% Daily Value *
** Total Fat 2.8g 4 %
** Saturated Fat 1.5g 7 %
** Cholesterol 5mg 2 %
** Sodium 79mg 3 %
** Potassium 69mg 2 %
** Total Carbohydrates 1.6g < 1 %
** Dietary Fiber 0.6g 2 %
** Protein 1.1g 2 %
** Sugars 0.6g
** Vitamin A 5 %
** Vitamin C 8 %
** Calcium 4 %
** Iron 2 %
** Thiamin 2 %
** Niacin 3 %
** Vitamin B6 3 %
** Magnesium 2 %
** Folate 4 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.