This fantastic 7-layer dip is perfect for your next party! It's got a great combination of flavors from refried beans to mashed avocado; you'll love this easy, festive Tex-Mex dip.
Perfect for game day or a party, this dip serves a crowd! Serve it alongside some pita chips or tortilla chips for a tasty snack or celery sticks and baby carrots.
This dip has outstanding balance of ingredients that makes for a savory bite.
We're using Greek yogurt as a sour cream substitute and packing in some fresh vegetables.
What You'll Need
- Refried Beans (feel free to use refried pinto beans or black beans instead)
- Canned Diced Green Chiles
- Garlic Powder
- Ground Cumin
- Sea Salt
- Ground Black Pepper
- Shredded Cheese - Monterey Jack or Colby Jack cheese (you can also substitute for Cheddar Cheese)
- Fresh Avocados
- Lime Juice
- Plain Greek Yogurt
- Tajin Seasoning (substitute for Taco Seasoning if you don't have Tajin)
- Cherry Tomatoes or Grape Tomatoes
- Fresh Cilantro
Optional toppings include chopped red onion, sliced green onions, additional shredded cheese, chopped bell peppers, sliced black olives, a sprinkle of Tajin or taco seasoning, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
See the recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
Place the can of refried beans, diced green chiles, garlic powder, cumin, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir till combined and heat for 3 minutes till warmed.
Spoon the refried beans into a large low bowl or 9x11 glass pan or casserole dish.
Sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the refried beans in an even layer.
Mash avocados in a bowl, add the remaining sea salt and lime juice, and stir till combined.
Spoon the mashed avocado over the cheese and spread into a single layer.
Combine the plain yogurt and Tajin seasoning and stir till fully combined.
Spoon the yogurt mixture over the avocado layer and smooth into a single layer.
Top the dip with the diced tomatoes and cilantro.
Substitutions & Variations
- Avocado Layer - if you want to save time or can't find ripe avocados, store-bought guacamole works well for the avocado layer.
- Tomato/Cilantro Layer - similarly, you can substitute the fresh tomatoes and cilantro layer for store-bought pico de Gallo if you'd prefer.
- Toppings - optional toppings include chopped peppers, green onions, shredded cheese, a sprinkle of taco seasoning, or sliced olives.
What to Serve with 7-Layer Dip
- Tortilla Chips - serve your favorite tortilla chips (I love blue corn) alongside this dip!
- Fresh Veggies - raw veggies like celery sticks, baby carrots, sliced radishes, or chopped broccoli are all very dippable.
- Pretzels or Crackers - pretzel sticks or pita chips pair well with this dip!
7-Layer Dip with Yogurt & Refried Beans
Ingredients
- 1 can of refried beans
- 4 ounces canned diced green chiles
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon sea salt divided
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ cup grated Monterey Jack cheese or Colby Jack
- 2 avocados
- juice of 1 lime
- 1 ½ cups yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Tajin seasoning
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes diced
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Place the can of refried beans, diced green chiles, garlic powder, cumin, ½ teaspoon sea salt, and black pepper in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir till combined and heat for 3 minutes till warmed.
- Spoon the refried beans into a large low bowl or 9x11 glass pan.
- Sprinkle the grated cheese on top of the refried beans in an even layer.
- Mash the avocados in a bowl, add the remaining sea salt and lime juice, and stir till combined.
- Spoon the mashed avocado over the cheese and spread it into a single layer.
- Combine the yogurt and Tajin seasoning and stir till thoroughly combined. Spoon the yogurt mixture over the avocado and smooth into a single layer.
- Top the dip with the diced tomatoes and cilantro.
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