Description
Flag Taco Dip is a show-stopping appetizer that combines vibrant layers of flavors, making it the perfect addition to any gathering. With its colorful presentation resembling an American flag, this dish not only tastes fantastic but also serves as a stunning centerpiece for your table. Packed with refried beans, creamy guacamole, and fresh toppings, it’s easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests. Whether you’re hosting a game day party or celebrating a festive occasion, this layered taco dip will be a crowd favorite. Enjoy it with tortilla chips for a delightful experience everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans refried beans
- 1 16 oz chunky salsa mild/medium/hot (plus 1/2 cup, divided use)
- 2 8 oz blocks plain cream cheese
- 1 cup sour cream (plus 1/2 cup, divided use)
- 1 1.0 oz packet of taco seasoning
- 1 16 oz prepared guacamole
- 1 small bunch green onions (thinly sliced)
- 1 4 oz can sliced black olives (drained)
- 2 cups shredded colby jack cheese
- 6 large roma tomatoes (cubed)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (seeded and diced)
- 2 cups finely shredded monterey jack cheese
- 1 cup crushed blue corn tortilla chips (plus additional two 12–14 oz bags for serving)
- 1 slice thick cut monterey jack cheese (to make the stars)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix refried beans with ½ cup salsa and spread in a 13×9-inch dish.
- Whip cream cheese with taco seasoning and ½ cup sour cream until smooth; spread over beans.
- Layer guacamole on top, followed by remaining salsa.
- Add sliced green onions and olives.
- Sprinkle shredded colby jack cheese over the top layer of sour cream.
- Decorate with cubed tomatoes and red bell pepper to create flag stripes.
- Finish with crushed blue corn tortilla chips in the corner and star-shaped cheese cutouts.
- Chill for at least 2–4 hours before serving.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Layering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 25mg