This festive party dip with seven yummy layers can make any occasion a fiesta!

7 Layer Fiesta Dip

2 (8-ounce) packages low-fat cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (your favorite brand)

2 cups prepared guacamole (preferably make your own--or you can use ready-made)

2 cups tomato-based salsa

2 cups finely shredded iceberg lettuce

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

1 cup chopped green onions

2 (2-ounce) cans sliced black olives

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro

1. In a small bowl, mix together cream cheese and seasoning mix. Spread mixture evenly onto the bottom of a 13 x 9 x 2-inch glass dish.
2. Top the seasoned cream cheese with the guacamole, salsa, lettuce, cheese, onions and olives in layers. Sprinkle the top layer with the chopped cilantro.
3. Serve immediately accompanied with tortilla or corn chips.
4. Refrigerate any remaining dip.

Makes 20 servings.

Cook's Note: If you like, reduce the recipe ingredients by half and use a 9-inch pie plate or quiche dish for a smaller party.

Nutritional Information Per Serving (approximately 1/4 cup): 122.9 calories; 72% calories from fat; 10.2g total fat; 19.5mg cholesterol; 229.4mg sodium; 188.3mg potassium; 3.8g carbohydrates; 1.0g fiber; 0.4g sugar; 2.8g net carbs; 5.0g protein.

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