Nine Layer Taco Dip

We love this dish as a snack, as lunch or a great addition to any party spread!  The picture is a little off -- we forgot to add the olives until after we devoured half of the dish.  It's great even with a layer missing!  :)


Also, a little note on the cheese, cream cheese and sour cream -- we get these organic and raw from our local farmer.  If you don't have access to an organic farm, the next best thing is to choose the organic dairy options in the grocery aisle.  It's very important for your health to keep the hormones, antibiotics and other nasty stuff out of your food!

Nine Layer Taco Dip

TACO SEASONING MIX:
3 Tbsp chili powder
1 tsp garlic powder
3 tsp ground cumin
1 1/2 tsp paprika
2 tsp oregano
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (more or less to taste)
1/2 tsp sea salt
2 tsp black pepper

THE LAYERS:
1 can organic refried black beans
8oz organic cream cheese, softened
16oz organic sour cream
16oz organic salsa
1 large organic tomato, chopped
1 organic green bell pepper, chopped
1 bunch organic green onions, chopped
1 heart organic romaine lettuce, shredded
6oz sliced black olives
2 avocados, diced
Squeeze of lime juice
2 cups raw cheddar cheese, shredded

In a medium bowl, blend the taco seasoning mix and refried beans together.  Spread the mixture onto a large serving platter.  Mix the sour cream and cream cheese in a medium bowl.  Spread over the refried beans.  Top the layers with salsa.  Place a layer of tomato, green bell pepper, green onions and lettuce over the salsa, and top with Cheddar cheese.  In a small bowl, mix the diced avocado with lime juice.  Garnish the layers with black olives and avocado.  Serve with organic flaxseed chips and vegetables.