Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip
Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip blends creamy, lightly tangy cheese with a bright, fresh kick from salsa, cilantro, and jalapeño. Warmed just enough to soften, it turns scoopable and rich without feeling heavy, with a gentle heat rounded out by a splash of hot sauce. Ideal for casual get-togethers, game nights, or as a fast starter before dinner.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook3 mins
- Serves8
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Cut the queso fresco horizontally to make 2 rounds. Place them in a shallow, microwave-safe baking dish.
- 2
Spread the salsa evenly over the queso fresco and pour any leftover juices around the dish so the queso fresco can marinate. Add the cilantro, jalapeño, and hot sauce on top. Cover with plastic wrap and let it marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably longer.
- 3
Microwave the queso fresco until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
- Calories 141.84 kcal Moderate
- Protein 9.32 g Moderate
- Carbs 4.0 g Moderate
- Total Fat 9.16 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 6.07 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 37.84 mg Moderate
- Sodium 599.14 mg High
- Fiber 2.05 g Low Source
- Sugar 1.93 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 251.6 mg Moderate
- Iron 0.34 mg Low Source
- Potassium 156.92 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 121.68 mcg_rae Moderate
- Vitamin C 4.47 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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About This Recipe
Super Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip is a Tex Mex appetizer recipe made with 5 ingredients. It takes about 13 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Fresh Cilantro, Hot Sauce, Jalapeño Pepper, and Queso Fresco. Each serving provides about 141.84 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip?
- It is a Tex-Mex dip recipe made with 5 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or snack.
- What is Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip made of?
- The main ingredients are Fresh Cilantro, Hot Sauce, Jalapeño Pepper, Queso Fresco, Salsa. The full list of 5 is above.
- How long does it take to make Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip?
- About 13 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 3 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 141.84 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Super-Simple Queso Fresco Party Dip easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 5 ingredients and 3 steps.
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