Seven Layer Dip III

This is a great appetizer for Christmas parties. The Mexican-inspired layers look great and taste even better. Serve it with tortilla chips.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 35 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 (8 ounce) container sour cream
• 1 teaspoon grated lime zest
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup chunky salsa
• ¼ cup sliced green onions
• ½ avocado - peeled, pitted and diced
• 3 cups shredded lettuce
• 2 chopped fresh red chile peppers
• 2 fresh jalapeno peppers, finely diced
• ⅔ cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
• ⅓ cup chopped black olives, drained

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Layer shredded lettuce on a 12 inch serving platter.

Step 2

In a medium bowl, stir together black beans, red chile peppers and green onions. Spoon the mixture on top of the lettuce. Gently spread sour cream over beans. Sprinkle with jalapeno peppers and lime zest.

Step 3

Drain excess liquid from salsa. Place salsa in a medium bowl. Stir in avocado. Spoon the mixture over sour cream layer. Sprinkle with Monterey Jack cheese. Top with black olives and cilantro. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator.