Cold Refried Bean Dip Recipe

Wednesday, October 3, 2012
This is the ultimate game-day/party food is so versatile with layers of delicious flavors we even set up a serving station so your crowd can build their own dip just the way they like it.

Our great bean dip can be made ahead and it's served with a variety of crackers, chips, and sliced vegetables, and really an all-around crowd-pleaser so perfect for any kind of entertaining.

The ingredients in our dip has so many possible ingredients you can interchange just by reading all our suggestions below, so this is a basic refried bean recipe with all the fix-ins or mix-ins.

The best part there is no cooking involved in this layered cold dip.

Mix and match whatever layering you prefer whether it's cheese, hot peppers, or onions we have a list of suggestions to add or leave out below.

This dip even tastes great with our Tuscan garlic bread or pita points and is truly an addicting appetizer!

Scroll down to this printable recipe and see why it's the newest favorite in our home.



refried bean dip





Party Dip and Mexican Food



We love this American Mexican dip and we often served with as an appetizer during Cinco De Mayo it's the perfect starter.


This appetizer dip is always a hit at every birthday party and picnic and is great to take when you need a last-minute invitation and are asked to bring a covered dish.


Again if you've never set up a serving bar, it's perfect, just mix the beans with the seasoning and place all the other ingredients in a small bowl and let them build their own, it's fun and no one complains they don't like something you added with all the picky eaters.


In my crowd, we have several who aren't fond of raw peppers, tomatoes, onions or olives so a the serving bar setup works perfectly for us.


Either way, it's easy and a quick appetizer for all your party needs.


cold dip


Ingredients You Will Need:

  • shredded 5-cheese Mexican blend
  • medium salsa
  • refried beans
  • sliced black olives
  • sour cream
  • shredded lettuce (or chop at least 2 cups from a head of iceberg lettuce or romaine into shreds) 
  • chopped tomatoes
  • taco seasoning mix
  • jalapeno for garnish 
  • Optional: Chopped bell peppers, chopped onions, sliced avocado


peppers tomatoes for dip toppings


Tips


  • add some cayenne pepper for heat
  • add taco sauce instead of salsa if you don't like chunky salsa
  • use any kind of lettuce shredded you prefer
  • add a combination of Mexican cheeses or extra sharp cheddar
  • if you like cilantro add that on top as a garnish
  • use only freshly chopped herbs if available for the best results
  • pita bread toasted, crackers or sliced vegetables can be part of the dipping assortment instead of just tortilla chips
  • set up a serving bar with various toppings instead, and leave the beans mixture plain let them add whatever they like on their dip. Set mini plates by the serving bar and build your own dip using a serving spoon to have individual servings


shredded cheese and other cheeses


Other Suggestions:

  1. serve with garlic bread, pita chips, crackers, or tortilla chips
  2. assorted vegetables: carrots sticks celery sticks, cucumber rounds, zucchini rounds, sliced radishes
  3. add green olives with pimentos
  4. add canned corn for a Tex-Mex style
  5. substitute black beans instead of refried, canned chili beans, or white canned beans drained
  6. add sliced avocado on top of use store-bought guacamole


avocado for the dip


More Dip Recipes To Try


Artichoke and Spinach Dip
Mexican Dip
Chicken Wing Dip
Loaded Potato Dip


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Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Cold Refried Bean Dip Recipe

Cold Refried Bean Dip Recipe

A layered cold refried dip with a Mexican flair using tomato, lettuce, spices, tomatoes, and a perfect party pleaser.
Prep time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Ingredients

  • 1 package shredded 5-cheese Mexican blend
  • 1 jar medium salsa
  • 1 can of refried beans
  • 1 small can of sliced black olives
  • 1 16 oz container sour cream
  • 1 bag shredded lettuce (or chop at least 2 cups from a head of iceberg lettuce or romaine into shreds)
  • 1 or 2 medium-sized chopped tomatoes
  • 1 package of taco seasoning mix
  • jalapeno for garnish
  • Optional: Chopped bell peppers, chopped onions, sliced avocado

Instructions

  1. Chop all the vegetables you're using and set aside.
  2. Mix the beans and taco seasonings together in a bowl.
  3. Line a deep dish pie plate or pan you could layer this in around 2 inches deep.
  4. Spread the bean mixture on the first layer.
  5. Pour some salsa evenly over the beans.
  6. Spread evenly with sour cream, sprinkle with cheese then tomatoes, olives, shredded lettuce, and peppers.
  7. Serve cold with tortilla chips.
  8. Keep leftovers covered in the refrigerator.

Notes

Tips


  • add some cayenne pepper for heat
  • add taco sauce instead of salsa if you don't like chunky salsa
  • use any kind of lettuce shredded you prefer
  • add a combination of Mexican cheeses or extra sharp cheddar
  • if you like cilantro add that on top as a garnish
  • use only freshly chopped herbs if available for best results
  • pita bread toasted, crackers or sliced vegetables can be part of the dipping assortment instead of just tortilla chips
  • set up a serving bar with various toppings instead, and leave the beans mixture plain let them add whatever they like on their dip. Set mini plates by the serving bar and build your own dip using a serving spoon to have individual servings


Other Suggestions:

  1. serve with garlic bread, pita chips, crackers or tortilla chips
  2. assorted vegetables: carrots sticks celery sticks, cucumber rounds, zucchini rounds, sliced radishes
  3. add green olives with pimentos
  4. add canned corn for a Tex-Mex style
  5. substitute black beans instead of refried, canned chili beans, or white canned beans drained
  6. add sliced avocado on top of use store-bought guacamole


17 comments

  1. Hi Pegasuslegend, your this recipe look interesting. Look appetizing. yum yum

    Have a nice week, regards.

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  2. I would love spoon this all over my flatbread!Delish!

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  3. love, love, love a layered tex-mex dip - the more layers the better... this is a football watching classic...

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  4. wow. This is interesting. I have learned something new today. Very inventive Claudia as usual.

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  5. Love this so much I think I could eat the whole dish!!!

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  6. One of my favorite party foods. Great recipe :)

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  7. Have to try this for the games this weekend! thanks!

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  8. Awesome game-time snack!

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  9. Dear Claudia, A delicious looking dish. I love this. Blessings dear. Catherine xo

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  10. Yum. Now all I need are some pita chips. :)

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  11. It looks very good .... looking at the pictures I have hunger

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  12. This is one of my favorite appetizer/party foods! Thanks for the recipe :)

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  13. Who needs an entree? I'd be happy with this dip for a meal...so yummy!

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