Last night I had a few ladies over for an evening of food, drinks and conversation. I had a wonderful time and really enjoyed myself.
‘Cause I’m super nerdy I love to set a nice table even when people are just coming over to relax and have a good time. If you look at the back of the table, on the top left corner you’ll see a dip that is absolutely delicious. Sure cookies are great and fruit is always popular, but if you really want to please a crowd that Layered Taco Dip is an excellent place to start. I was inspired by a layered salsa dip from a local store and the delicious Cheesey, Oozy, Guacamole Bean Dip recipe from Alicia Silverstone’s book “The Kind Life”. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Layered Taco Dip
Ingredients:
- 1 can refried beans
- 3 avocados
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 small (250 ml) container nondairy sour cream {I used tofutti)
- 1 tbsp taco seasoning
- a handful of diced jarred jalapenos
- a handful of sliced olives (green or black)
- 1 small jar of salsa (approximately 1 – 1 1/2 c)
- 2 c shredded Vegan Cheese (daiya is my favorite)
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray the bottom of a small square baking dish.
- Spread the refried beans over the bottom of the pan.
- Peel, pit and mash the avocados in a small bowl.
- Mix the lime juice with the avocados and spread on top of the refried beans.
- Mix the sour cream and taco seasoning together in a small bowl. Spread over the avocado mixture.
- Sprinkle the dip with the jalapenos and olives.
- Cover with salsa.
- Top with cheese.
- Bake in oven uncovered for 20-30 minutes or until heated through. The cheese should be melted and the mixture bubbling at the sides.
- Serve warm.
Extra Information:
- Obviously this is made without dairy due to our dietary restrictions. I am sure you could substitute regular dairy products and create a lovely dish. I have however served this dip to many omnivores (and a few who would call themselves carnivores) and no one has complained. It’s so good.
- You can make this earlier in the afternoon and bake it just before people arrive. It makes things even easier.
- We serve this with baked corn tortilla chips.
