This Layered Taco Dip with Meat is a crowd-pleasing appetizer that brings together the bold flavors of Mexican cuisine. With layers of seasoned ground beef, creamy refried beans, tangy salsa, and cheesy goodness, this dip is a perfect choice for parties, game days, or any occasion where you want to wow your guests. Serve it with tortilla chips and watch it disappear.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 can refried beans
- 1 cup salsa
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup sliced black olives
Directions
- In a large skillet, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain any excess fat.
- Add the taco seasoning to the cooked ground beef and stir until well combined. Set aside.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, heat the refried beans until warmed throughout. Stir to ensure even heating.
- In a 9x9-inch serving dish, spread a layer of refried beans evenly on the bottom.
- Next, add a layer of the seasoned ground beef on top of the beans.
- Pour the salsa over the ground beef, spreading it out evenly.
- Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the salsa layer.
- Top with shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, diced red onion, chopped cilantro, sour cream, and sliced black olives.
- Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve the layered taco dip with tortilla chips and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Taco dip is a popular party dish in the United States, often served during sporting events.
The concept of layering dips originated in Mexican cuisine, where it is known as 'salsa dip'.
You can customize this recipe by adding or substituting ingredients like guacamole or jalapenos.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.