Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip
Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip blends creamy, melty cheese with tender spinach, sweet onions, and bright tomatoes for a rich, gently spicy bite. The pepper jack brings a pleasant heat while red bell pepper adds freshness, making it perfect for game day spreads, potlucks, or any casual gathering. Serve warm with tortilla chips or crisp veggies for dipping.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves10
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 90 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 12
- Heart Health
- 62
- Metabolic
- 17
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 43
- Performance
- 42
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine pepper Jack cheese and milk in the top of a double boiler set over simmering water. Stir often, scraping the sides with a rubber spatula to prevent scorching, until the cheese melts and blends smoothly with the milk.
- 2
Stir the onions, tomatoes, spinach, and red bell pepper into the cheese mixture. Cover and simmer until the dip thickens and the flavors blend well.
- Calories 319.64 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 17.59 g Good Source 35%
- Carbohydrate 11.56 g 4%
- Total Fat 22.4 g High 29%
- Saturated Fat 8.56 g High 43%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 70.35 mg High 23%
- Sodium 1207.71 mg High 53%
- Dietary Fiber 1.31 g Low Source 5%
- Total Sugars 2.77 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 123.32 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 1.88 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 613.19 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 36.15 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 30.57 mg Good Source 34%
- Vitamin D 1.06 mcg Low Source 5%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Milk 🥛
- Tomatoes 🍅
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip is a Tex Mex appetizer recipe made with 6 ingredients. It takes about 40 mins, serves 10, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Chopped Spinach, Diced Tomatoes, Pepper Jack Cheese, and Red Bell Pepper. Each serving provides about 319.64 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip?
- It is a Tex-Mex dip recipe made with 6 ingredients, usually served for appetizer or side dish or snack.
- What is Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip made of?
- The main ingredients are Chopped Spinach, Diced Tomatoes, Pepper Jack Cheese, Red Bell Pepper, Sweet Onion. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 319.64 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip healthy?
- Spinach and Pepper Jack Queso Dip has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 319.64 calories and 17.59 g of protein, or 35% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1207.71 mg (53% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 8.56 g (43% of the Daily Value). It contains Milk, Tomatoes and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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