Ingredients

  • 3 ripe avocados, peeled and seeded
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice (juice from 1 medium lime)
  • 1 large garlic clove, minced or pressed
  • 1 (1.25-ounce) package taco seasoning
  • 1 (8-ounce) carton sour cream
  • 2 (9-ounce) cans bean dip
  • 2 cups (8 ounces) grated Cheddar cheese
  • 1 medium tomato, diced (1/4-inch pieces)
  • 1 (4.25-ounce) can ripe black olives, chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions, finely chopped (white and pale green part only)

Method

  • Mash the avocados with the lime juice and garlic.
  • Set aside.
  • Mix the taco seasoning with the sour cream and set aside.
  • In a decorative large glass bowl or a 9 x 13-inch baking dish, spread the bean dip on the bottom of dish.
  • Layer the mash avocados over the bean dip, then the sour cream mixture.
  • Sprinkle the cheese over the layered mixtures and sprinkle the chopped tomatoes, black olives and green onions evenly over the surface.
  • You may make this dip 24 hours ahead.
  • Serve with tortilla chips.