Follow these steps for perfect results
olive oil
onion
chopped
jalapeno
seeded and chopped
garlic
minced
corn kernels
fresh or thawed frozen
red bell pepper
seeded and chopped
salt
pepper
black beans
drained and rinsed
lemon juice
fresh
avocados
pitted, peeled and diced
cilantro
chopped
sour cream
Greek yogurt
chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
minced canned
salsa
Cheddar
grated
scallions
thinly sliced
Warm olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add chopped onion and jalapeno to the skillet and cook, stirring often, until softened (3-5 minutes).
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
Transfer half of the onion, jalapeno, and garlic mixture to a food processor.
Add corn kernels and chopped red bell pepper to the skillet with the remaining cooked onion mixture.
Stir over medium-high heat until the corn is slightly cooked and warmed through (about 3 minutes).
Season the corn and pepper mixture with salt and pepper.
Add drained and rinsed black beans to the food processor.
Pulse to blend the beans.
Add half of the fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of warm water to the food processor.
Process the bean mixture until smooth.
Season the bean mixture with salt and pepper.
Spread the bean mixture evenly over the bottom of a deep-dish pie plate.
Spread the corn mixture on top of the bean mixture.
Mash diced avocados with the remaining lemon juice and chopped cilantro in a bowl.
Season the avocado mixture with salt and pepper.
Spread the avocado mixture over the corn mixture.
In a small bowl, mix sour cream, plain Greek yogurt, and minced canned chipotle pepper in adobo sauce.
Spread the sour cream mixture over the avocado layer.
Spread salsa over the sour cream mixture.
Top the dip with grated Cheddar cheese and thinly sliced scallions.
Serve the five-layer dip at room temperature.
Expert advice for the best results
Make ahead of time and chill for at least 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Use different types of cheese for variety.
Add a layer of guacamole for extra richness.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 minutes
Can be made a day in advance
Serve in a shallow dish, garnished with extra cilantro and a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve with tortilla chips or vegetable sticks.
Pairs well with the spice and richness.
Classic pairing.
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Popular appetizer at parties and gatherings.
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