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7 Layer Taco Dip

This 7 Layer Taco Dip is just what any party, or fun Saturday night needs! 7 layers of Mexican inspired flavor that is so delicious! This dip is gluten-free and optionally dairy-free and paleo!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time35 minutes
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: dairy-free option, Gluten-free, paleo-friendly, whole30-friendly
Servings: 8 -10
Author: Lexi

Ingredients

  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • 2 teaspoon cumin divided
  • 2 teaspoon chili powder divided
  • 2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1-1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1-15 ounce red or black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons lime juice, divided (2 limes)
  • 2 tablespoons oil
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 1-15 ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 2 ripe avocados
  • 1 tablespoon cilantro chopped
  • 1 small red onion finely diced, divided
  • 1-1/2 cups salsa
  • 3 tomatoes finely diced, divided
  • 1-1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese optional, omit for paleo / Whole30 / dairy-free
  • 1 head romaine lettuce chopped
  • Tortilla chips and sliced red peppers for serving

Instructions

Layers:

  • Layer 1: refried beans (or extra guacamole for Paleo / Whole30)
  • Layer 2: beef
  • Layer 3: salsa
  • Layer 4: guacamole
  • Layer 5: beef
  • Layer 6: shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
  • Layer 7: Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion

Make Refried Beans:

  • Heat medium saucepan over medium heat. When hot add 1 tablespoon oil, garlic, 1 teaspoon of cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder and 1 teaspoon of paprika and let and spices and let cook until fragrant, about 30 minute.
  • Add the beans to the saucepan and ¼ cup water. Cover and let cook for 5 minutes.
  • Take off heat and add 1 tablespoon lime juice. Mash to desired consistency using a potato masher or fork.
  • Set aside until ready to use.

Make beef:

  • Heat oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. When hot add and beef.
  • Cook beef until browned, about 8 minutes.
  • Add in tomatoes and 1 teaspoon cumin, 1 teaspoon chili powder and 1 teaspoon of paprika .  Turn heat to medium-low and let cook for 5 minutes, until slightly thickened and then remove from heat and set aside.

Make guacamole:

  • In a small bowl, mash avocado and add cilantro, 1/3 cup diced red onion, 1/3 cup diced tomato, 2 teaspoons lime juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Taste and adjust seasoning. Set aside.

Assemble (and broil) dish:

  • Preheat broiler to 525ºF. In an 8"x8" or similar sized oven safe dish, place the refried beans. Smooth over.
  • Add 1/2 the beef mixture. Smooth over.
  • Add the salsa. Smooth over.
  • Add guacamole. Smooth over.
  • Add remaining beef. Smooth over.
  • Add cheese. Place under broiler until brown and bubbly.
  • Add remaining lettuce, red onion and tomato.
  • Serve with tortilla chips and / or veggie sticks.

Notes

For paleo / Whole30 : omit the cheese layer and make a double the guacamole and to replace the refried bean layer
For dairy free: omit the cheese, add another layer of salsa if desired!

Nutrition

Calories: 273kcal | Carbohydrates: 11.5g | Protein: 19.3g | Fat: 17.5g | Saturated Fat: 5.5g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 417mg | Fiber: 4.8g | Sugar: 2.5g