This recipe for Layered Texas American Dip is tried and true. My Mom has been making it for years. Now my sister and I make it for our families and for different parties and events. Layered Texas American Dip is fabulous as an appetizer, lunch or after-church-on-Sunday-night snack.
Layered Texas American Dip
- 2 cans refried beans (or use homemade)
- 1 bunch green onions
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1 cup sour cream
- 2 packages taco seasoning mix
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 2 avocados, chopped
- 2 -3 Roma tomatoes, chopped
- sliced black olives (eyeball it)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
Spread refried beans evenly on a platter. Use kitchen shears to cut green onions over refried beans. Mix mayonnaise, sour cream, taco seasoning and cilantro. Spread over green onions. Layer chopped avocados and tomatoes. Add black olives and top dip with cheddar cheese.
Chill. Serve with tortilla chips. Enjoy!
*Note: You can make this dip with whatever you have on hand. You can leave out the cilantro and it’s still very tasty. I’ve had to leave off avocados before because they’re either too ripe or too hard. Layered Texas American Dip is a very forgiving dish…make it how you like it! 
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Now that looks delicious! I’m definitely giving that one a try.
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We used to have this growing up. I think it’s about time to make it again!
~traci
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I love making this dip! It is a hit at bbqs and parties!!
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My sister makes this. It is YUMMY!!!!
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I’ve never used Mayonnaise but, other than that! Delicious, one of my favorite dips! I’ll use refried black beans instead of regular and I add the taco seasoning to the beans, too!
So glad you’re adding your recipes to the linky! I love seeing what you’ve got cooking! Your pictures are beautiful.
Ooo! You’re making me hungry.
That picture makes my mouth water – yum! Thanks for sharing. Have a blessed week!
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Yum-o!!! Love this stuff!!
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That looks and sounds absolutely delish! Can’t wait to try it!!
You throw cheese on top of anything and I’ll eat it.
No, seriously, it sounds really yummy!
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@JessieLeigh, I have a major weakness for cheese! At least it’s good protein, right??
I love this type of dip. It’s a must-have at almost any family get-together. Especially a Super Bowl party.
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Yum! The mayo would be a great twist! How much cilantro is needed? (I love it – I could never have too much!)
yumm one of my favorites!!
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You are correct, Myra. It is a tried and true recipe. We love this layered dip, too! Thanks for sharing your recipe and linking to Tempt My Tummy Tuesday.
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Oh, man! My daughter wants me to make this! I know it won’t stay long in the house.
Thank you for sharing!!
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We do this for Sunday night supper sometimes. Its a fun thing to eat together.
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I think I could eat this for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Yummerz!
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The proof of the pudding is in the eating, and this eats mighty fine!
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This looks really good!
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You have made me absurdly hungry. It looks easy and delicious. My kind of food! Thank you.
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Even though some snow fell today, I’m still thinking of good summer dinners to serve. I think this fits the bill. Now if the snow would GO AWAY!
This is great-can’t wait to try it! Love the suggestion for Sunday nights. I’m a minister’s wife and we’re always looking for easy Sunday night dinners! Thx for sharing!
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I grew up in a Pastor’s home, so I totally know how it is. My whole family gathers at my parents’ home after church on Sunday nights. We love that time and this dip is perfect!
Made this last night after church. Soooo yummy! I skipped the beans as kids aren’t fond of them and then used my own homemade taco seasoning and mashed the avocado up as guacamole with some salsa and garlic salt.
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