San Francisco Avocado Dip: zippy guacamole layer dip with greek yogurt, taco seasoning, cheese, tomatoes, olives, green onions and hot pepper sauce. Enjoy with chips, pita bread or serve in a taco shell!
So Jon and I flew the coop a few years ago for a lovely wedding in Atlanta. While there, we sit with friends at their dinner table. Friends we haven’t dined with in years. (Too many years.)
And he says:
“I still remember sitting at your dining room table back in 2001, and that amazing dip you made with the olives on top. I never liked olives before, didn’t want to be rude, thought I should try it. And I loved that dip and I’ve been eating olives ever since.”
Well I have to think long and hard. Because 2001 seems like an eternity ago. In 2001 we had just two little boys, lived in the south. Had no idea we’d be moving north in just three short years.
I thought long and hard, realized the dip he remembered was this San Francisco Avocado Dip. And if he remembers it from my dining table in 2001, it must be pretty darn good.
It was Jonathan’s birthday today, we had tacos for dinner. So for old times sake, I hunted down the recipe, whipped up this San Francisco Avocado Dip as a quick and colorful side. We dipped it with the carrots and chips, stuffed it in soft and hard tacos. Wow! It was awesome. This is one zippy dip. It’s the hot sauce that makes it a stand out. We all loved it.
San Francisco Avocado Dip starts with a layer of guacamole on the bottom, then Greek style yogurt (or sour cream) mixed with taco seasoning. Next add a layer of Monterey Jack and one of cheddar. Top with diced tomatoes. Splash with Tabasco hot sauce. (As much as you dare!) Top with olives and chopped green onion. It’s one awesome dip if I do say so myself.
I don’t know why this recipe sat dormant in my recipe box for the last ten years. I just forgot about it, and it’s a crying shame. We could’ve been eating it for the last decade. So glad he mentioned it, at least we can enjoy it for the next ten. (You too!)
San Francisco Avocado Layer Dip
Ingredients
- 2 avocados peeled and pitted
- dash salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 cup Greek style yogurt or sour cream
- 1/2 package taco seasoning
- 1 cup grated Monterey Jack cheese
- 1 cup grated cheddar cheese
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- splashes of hot pepper sauce
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/3 cup chopped black olives
Instructions
- Mash avocados with a dash of salt and a tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Spread avocado mixture on bottom of pie plate.
- Separately, combine sour cream and taco seasoning.
- Spread on top of avocado mixture.
- Top with layers of grated cheese.
- Sprinkle tomatoes on top.
- Splash hot sauce to taste on top of cheeses and tomatoes.
- Top with green onions and black olives.
- Serve immediately or cover tightly in plastic and refrigerate 'til serving.
- Serve with corn chips, tortilla chips, fresh raw veggies or in tacos, fajitas and wraps.
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Sarah says
What a shame you missed out on this dip! It looks fantastic!
Sheryl says
Don’t worry, Allie, I got the recipe from you and have been eating it for you for the last 10 years!!
Allie says
HA! Good for you Sheryl.
Dawn says
I remember you making this when I visited you in SC. It is yummy!!
Chicago Jogger says
This dip looks perfect for a summer party too. I love that you used Greek yogurt – my favorite dip switch 🙂
Linda Jenkins says
This sounds so good. I will definitely try this. We have Landon’s birthday coming up next week; he will be two. He probably won’t try it, but I am sure my daughter, son-in-law, and their guests will devour it. Thanks for the recipe, for I was wondering what I could bring to the party. Happy belated birthday to Jonathan. Jack and I think of him often. Wishing all the Taylors well.
nancy mcmahan says
I have a son-in-law who would love this. I would be a sissy with the hot sauce but would love it myself.
Karen @ On the Banks of Salt Creek says
Love all those ingredients. I think I’ll make this on the weekend since I think we will be having visitors (everyone wants to see the baby goats) Thanx for bringing this one out of the archives.
Aunt pinkie says
It looks soooo good- my favorite type of dip! Shall add it to me recipe box- yum! Thanks!
Christy says
Love the tabasco twist on this layered taco dip. I am hosting Bunco next week…might have to whip this one up! 🙂
Jen says
Oh yum!!!!!
Susie says
This is funny because I’m not an avocado fan and Jac really, really dislikes olives…of any kind. He has been a good sport and tried olives just to see if he might like them and it’s been a “no” for a long time. However, he can always pick off the olives and put them on my plate 😉 and I have been known to like guacamole from time to time. I am going to make this and I have a feeling we’re going to love it. =)
Allie says
So you can eat the olives and he can eat the guacamole??? Maybe you could make half without the olives? Not sure how you’d make half without the guac layer though. That would be an interesting experiment…
Tracy says
This looks and sounds delicious! Definitely something the Costa boys will love! Thank you yet again!!!
Marye says
I love layered dips. We make a similar one but I definitely want to try this!
Carrie @Frugal Foodie Mama says
This dip looks and sounds amazing! 🙂 Love a good layered dip!
Denise says
This looks yummy! Makes me want to have a party!!!
Michelle Baxter says
Hi Allie! Was wondering…can you use ready made guacamole dip for the bottom layer? Like Wholly Guacamole for example…
Allie says
Absolutely…shortcuts are always good. Sometimes there isn’t time to ripen an avocado…
Christie says
We tend to remember places by what we ate. I can see why this dip would be so memoriable.
Allie says
Thank you Christie, I completely agree…
Kristy @ Chocolate Slopes says
You had me at “San Francisco” ~ my husband and I visited as part of our honeymoon in 2008 and loved it! Looks like an awesome dip!
Sheryl @Lady Behind the Curtain says
Great recipe! Can’t wait to try this 🙂
Valerie says
This dip looks like a great Cinco De Mayo option. I love San Francisco too! And the wine country!
Aida @ TheCraftingFoodie says
Allie, isn’t it awesome to rediscover an old recipe? This looks absolutely delicious. I’m a huge sucker for avocados!
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
Even thought it.s late, Happiest of Happy Birthdays to your Jonathan! And Wow – I see why your friend remembered this dip from 2001 – that layer of Greek yogurt/sour cream mixed with taco seasoning sounds wonderful – even on it’s own, but mixed in with all the other components – wow! Forget the chips and carrots and just hand me a spoon! 🙂
So glad you dug this out – so glad your friend reminded you of it! I hope you have a wonderful Thursday – tomorrow is FriYay!!!! XOXO
Kellie says
yum, yum, yum!!! I will be trying this!!
Aunt Pinkie says
So glad you reminded us of this-it looks marvelous!
Allie says
Thank you Aunt Pinkie – hope you are all having a wonderful time!!! XOXO
Carina says
Looks awesome! I am an olive lover, so imagine how much I would enjoy this dish, if it was able to convert a non-olive eater into one. And avocados. And yogurt (or sour cream). Yes, this looks like a good one for me! ?
Liz says
This looks fabulous!! I am saving to make for my book club!!!
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
I hope Jonathan had a wonderful birthday!! I mean, it had to be pretty great if he ate tacos and this dip! This looks amazing Allie! I love layered dips (a little too much for my hips sake lol), so I MUST add this one to the rotation! I could seriously just eat a vat of this for dinner and call it a day! So good! Cheers, friend! xo
Allison says
This dish is reminding me of home. Looks nice and is easy to make. Perfect dish for a Friday night.