An effortless, vibrant layered dip combining creamy, zesty, and crunchy textures, ideal for entertaining and easy sharing.
# What You'll Need:
→ Base Layer
01 - 1 (16 oz) can refried beans
02 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
03 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
→ Creamy Layer
04 - 1 cup sour cream
05 - 1 cup cream cheese, softened
06 - 1 tablespoon lime juice
07 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Salsa Layer
08 - 1 cup chunky salsa, drained
09 - 1 medium tomato, diced
10 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
11 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
→ Topping Layer
12 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
13 - 1/2 cup sliced black olives
14 - 1/2 cup diced green bell pepper
15 - 1/2 cup sliced green onions
# Directions:
01 - Mix refried beans with cumin and chili powder in a medium bowl until well combined. Spread evenly across the bottom of a 9-inch serving dish or shallow bowl.
02 - Whisk sour cream, softened cream cheese, lime juice, and salt in a separate bowl until completely smooth. Gently spread this mixture over the bean layer, ensuring even coverage.
03 - Combine drained salsa, diced tomato, red onion, and cilantro. Spoon evenly over the creamy layer, removing any excess liquid before spreading to maintain texture integrity.
04 - Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese uniformly over the salsa layer. Top with black olives, green bell pepper, and green onions, distributing ingredients evenly for optimal presentation.
05 - Refrigerate the assembled dip for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to marry. Serve chilled with tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
