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Graveyard Taco Dip

Delicious Graveyard Taco Dip for Your Spooktacular Bash

This Graveyard Taco Dip is a spooky, layered delight perfect for Halloween gatherings, featuring creamy refried beans and zesty salsa.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can Refried Beans Canned for convenience or homemade for fresher taste.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Consider a DIY mix to control spice levels.
For the Layers
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Swap with Greek yogurt for a healthier twist.
  • 1 cup Salsa Chunky salsa adds texture; drain watery ones.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use vegan cheese for a plant-based option.
For the Toppings
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce Any salad greens work well.
  • 1/2 cup Sliced Black Olives Green olives can be a fun alternative.
  • 1 cup Diced Tomatoes Cherry tomatoes are great for easy prep.
For Serving & Decor
  • 1 box Wheat Thins Serve as gravestones and for dipping.
  • Optional Decor Guacamole for grass, extra sour cream for spiderwebs, bell pepper cutouts for pumpkins, and olives for spiders.

Equipment

  • 9x13 dish

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a medium bowl, mix one can of refried beans with taco seasoning until well combined, then spread evenly into a 9x13 dish.
  2. Spread sour cream over the bean mixture, followed by dolloping salsa and topping with shredded cheddar cheese.
  3. Scatter shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, and sliced black olives evenly over the cheese.
  4. Insert Wheat Thins vertically into the dip to resemble gravestones, and write 'RIP' in sour cream.
  5. Chill the dip in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving, paired with extra Wheat Thins or tortilla chips.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chilling enhances flavor. Add fresh toppings before serving for the best presentation. Drain excess liquid from salsa to prevent sogginess.

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