Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef – A Crowd-Pleasing Mexican Appetizer

Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef – This Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef is the perfect crowd-pleasing Mexican appetizer for your next party or gathering. With its layers of refried soy beans, taco-seasoned ground beef, creamy sour cream and cream cheese mixture, guacamole, tomatoes, and shredded cheese, this dish is full of flavor and texture. Whether served on top of lettuce for a low-carb salad or with tortilla chips as a dip, it is sure to be a hit with everyone.

My husband is a huge fan of Mexican food and this Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef has become a staple in our household. We love making it for family gatherings, potlucks, and game day parties. It’s always a hit, and we never have any leftovers! I remember the first time we made it, we were blown away by the combination of flavors and textures. The refried soy beans add a unique twist, and the creamy sour cream and cream cheese mixture balances out the spiciness of the taco-seasoned ground beef. We love topping it off with fresh tomatoes and sliced black olives for an extra burst of flavor.

Why This Dip Will Be a Party Favorite?

This Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef is the perfect appetizer for any occasion. Here are some reasons why it will be a party favorite:

• It’s easy to make and can be prepared ahead of time
• It’s packed with flavor and texture
• It’s versatile and can be served as a dip or on top of lettuce for a low-carb salad
• It’s a crowd-pleaser and everyone will love it

Ingredients:

Refried Soy Beans (Optional):

• 425 g black soy beans (15 ounces)
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk

Taco Seasoned Ground Beef:

• 680 g ground beef (1 1/2 pounds)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Additional Toppings:

• 113 g sour cream (4 ounces)
• 113 g cream cheese, softened (4 ounces)
• 227 g guacamole (8 ounces)
• 2 medium tomatoes, diced
• 227 g cheddar cheese, shredded (8 ounces)
• 108 g sliced black olives, drained (3.8 ounce can, optional)

Directions:

If using the refried soy beans, drain and rinse the black soy beans, then blend them in a food processor or blender until smooth. Mix in the olive oil, salt, minced garlic, chili powder, and almond or coconut milk. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet and cook the bean mixture until softened.

In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic. Drain off any excess fat and mix in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.

In a small bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream.

In a 13×9 inch baking dish, layer the ingredients in the following order: refried soy beans (if using), taco seasoned ground beef, cream cheese and sour cream mixture, guacamole, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.

Top with sliced black olives, if desired.

Serve on top of lettuce for a salad or with low-carb tortilla chips as a dip.

Enjoy your delicious Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef!

Notes:

• If you cannot find black soy beans, you can substitute with regular canned black beans.
• To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, you can omit the ground beef and use vegetarian refried beans instead.
• You can use pre-made guacamole or make your own by mashing ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and other seasonings to taste.
• For a spicier dip, add additional crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
• This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve. Simply add the toppings before serving.

In conclusion, this Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef recipe is the perfect appetizer or snack for any occasion. It’s a versatile and customizable dish that can be served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a salad with lettuce. The layers of refried soy beans, taco seasoned ground beef, sour cream mixture, guacamole, tomatoes, and shredded cheese combine to create a flavorful and satisfying dish. Plus, with the option to add additional toppings like black olives, it’s a recipe that can easily be adjusted to suit individual tastes. So whether you’re hosting a party or just looking for a delicious snack, give this recipe a try and impress your guests with its flavor and presentation.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe without meat?

Yes, you can omit the ground beef and use vegetarian refried beans instead.

Can I use regular black beans instead of black soy beans?

Yes, you can substitute with regular canned black beans.

How long will this dip stay fresh?

This dip can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Can I make this recipe ahead of time?

Yes, you can make this recipe ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to serve. Simply add the toppings before serving.

Can I make this recipe spicier?

Yes, you can add additional crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper for a spicier dip.

Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef

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This Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef is the perfect crowd-pleasing Mexican appetizer for your next party or gathering. With its layers of refried soy beans, taco-seasoned ground beef, creamy sour cream and cream cheese mixture, guacamole, tomatoes, and shredded cheese, this dish is full of flavor and texture.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Course Appetizer

Cuisine Mexican

Servings 24

Ingredients

  

Refried Soy Beans (Optional):

• 425 g black soy beans 15 ounces
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
• 1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened almond milk or coconut milk

Taco Seasoned Ground Beef:

• 680 g ground beef 1 1/2 pounds
• 1 small onion diced
• 3 cloves garlic minced
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Additional Toppings:

• 113 g sour cream 4 ounces
• 113 g cream cheese softened (4 ounces)
• 227 g guacamole 8 ounces
• 2 medium tomatoes diced
• 227 g cheddar cheese shredded (8 ounces)
• 108 g sliced black olives drained (3.8 ounce can, optional)

Instructions

 

• If using the refried soy beans, drain and rinse the black soy beans, then blend them in a food processor or blender until smooth. Mix in the olive oil, salt, minced garlic, chili powder, and almond or coconut milk. Heat olive oil in a medium skillet and cook the bean mixture until softened.
• In a large skillet, brown the ground beef with diced onion and minced garlic. Drain off any excess fat and mix in chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper.
• In a small bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese and sour cream.
• In a 13x9 inch baking dish, layer the ingredients in the following order: refried soy beans (if using), taco seasoned ground beef, cream cheese and sour cream mixture, guacamole, diced tomatoes, and shredded cheddar cheese.
• Top with sliced black olives, if desired.
• Serve on top of lettuce for a salad or with low-carb tortilla chips as a dip.
• Enjoy your delicious Layered Taco Dip with Ground Beef!

Notes

If you cannot find black soy beans, you can substitute with regular canned black beans.

To make this recipe vegetarian or vegan, you can omit the ground beef and use vegetarian refried beans instead.

You can use pre-made guacamole or make your own by mashing ripe avocados with lime juice, salt, and other seasonings to taste.

For a spicier dip, add additional crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.

This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to serve. Simply add the toppings before serving.

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