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While I have my favorite stand-by appetizers,<\/a> I\u2019m always looking for something new to try. Especially when it involves making a traditional dish even healthier. This 7 layer dip recipe is packed with protein thanks to a few, easy ingredient swaps. Serve it with chips, crackers, or veggies for the perfect snack or appetizer.\u00a0<\/p>\n

I brought this dip to a gathering recently and it was a big hit judging by the empty dish I brought home. My kids also love snacking on it and I\u2019ll often make it ahead of time for easy meal prep. <\/p>\n

7 Layer Dip Ingredients<\/h2>\n

So what\u2019s in a 7 layer bean dip recipe? While there have been some different variations over the years, the basic ingredients have largely stayed the same. What\u2019s in 7 layer dip depends on who you ask, but there\u2019s usually refried beans, sour cream, cheese, guacamole, olives and salsa or pico de gallo.\u00a0<\/p>\n

My recipe is a 7 layer dip with taco flavors<\/a> and uses Greek yogurt and cottage cheese instead of sour cream. This decreases the fat (even though I\u2019m pro-healthy fats!), but it also really ups the protein.\u00a0<\/p>\n

How to Make a 7 Layer Dip<\/h2>\n

The order of the ingredients doesn\u2019t matter too much, but of course you\u2019ll want toppings like olives and green onions on the top. Each layer is spread evenly into a clear dish to showcase the individual layers. The traditional 7 layer dip ingredients are ordered as follows:<\/p>\n