Description
This Easy 7-Layer Flag Taco Dip is a colorful, crowd-pleasing appetizer perfect for parties and gatherings. Layers of seasoned refried beans, salsa, olives, lettuce, shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped tomatoes combine to create a festive and flavorful dip served with crunchy blue corn chips. Its simple assembly and no-cook prep make it an ideal make-ahead dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Base Layer
- 1 Can Refried Beans (16 oz)
- 1 Packet Taco Seasoning (1 oz)
Middle Layers
- 1 Jar Salsa (16 oz)
- Black Olives (1/2 cup, sliced)
- 1 Bag Shredded Lettuce (about 3 cups)
- 2 Cups Shredded Cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
Top Layers
- 1 8 oz Sour Cream
- 1 Large Tomato, chopped
- 1 8 oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 1 Slice Provolone Cheese (optional garnish)
- Blue Corn Chips (for serving, about 1 bag)
Instructions
- Mix Beans and Seasoning: In a medium bowl, combine the can of refried beans with the taco seasoning packet. Stir well to blend the flavors evenly.
- Spread Bean Mixture: Spread the seasoned refried beans evenly on the bottom of a 9×13 inch glass baking dish to form the first layer.
- Add Salsa Layer: Spoon the jar of salsa evenly over the refried beans.
- Sprinkle Olives: Distribute the sliced black olives evenly over the salsa layer.
- Add Lettuce Layer: Evenly spread the shredded lettuce over the olives.
- Add Shredded Cheese: Sprinkle the shredded cheese evenly on top of the lettuce.
- Prepare and Add Cream Cheese Layer: Soften the cream cheese and spread it in an even layer over the shredded cheese for a creamy contrast.
- Spread Sour Cream: Evenly layer the sour cream over the cream cheese.
- Top with Tomato and Garnish: Sprinkle the chopped tomato over the sour cream. Optionally, place a slice of provolone cheese or additional shredded cheese on top as garnish.
- Serve with Chips: Serve immediately with blue corn chips for dipping, or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- You can substitute cheddar or Mexican blend cheese based on preference.
- Sour cream and cream cheese should be softened for easier spreading.
- For a milder flavor, use mild salsa, or switch to a spicy variety for heat.
- This dip can be prepared a few hours ahead and refrigerated; add fresh tomatoes just before serving to prevent sogginess.
- Blue corn chips provide great color contrast, but tortilla chips work well too.
