Low Sodium Chipotle Queso
Dive into bold, smoky flavor with this Low Sodium Chipotle Queso—a guilt-free spin on the classic cheesy dip that doesn’t compromise on taste. Featuring a tantalizing blend of low sodium cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, this recipe brings smoky chipotle peppers, aromatic spices like cumin and smoked paprika, and a hint of zesty lime together in a silky-smooth texture. The combination of evaporated milk and low sodium chicken broth ensures a creamy base without overloading on salt. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this queso is perfect for pairing with low sodium tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a quiet snack, this low sodium chipotle queso promises all the rich cheesiness you love with a healthier twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces low sodium cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces low sodium pepper jack cheese
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups low sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 1 pepper chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.25 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Instructions
Grate the low sodium cheddar and pepper jack cheeses and set aside.
Melt the unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the flour and whisk continuously for about 1 minute until it forms a smooth paste and begins to bubble slightly.
Slowly whisk in the low sodium chicken broth until the mixture is smooth.
Add the evaporated milk and continue whisking until the mixture is well combined and starts to thicken, about 3-4 minutes.
Finely chop the chipotle pepper and stir it into the saucepan along with the garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, and smoked paprika.
Gradually add the grated cheddar and pepper jack cheeses, stirring constantly until the cheeses are fully melted and the queso is smooth.
Stir in the fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro.
Adjust the seasoning to taste, keeping in mind the low sodium requirement; if preferred, add a little more lime juice or chopped cilantro.
Serve warm with low sodium tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1737 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 123.7 g | 159% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.8 g | 389% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 1508 mg | 66% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.0 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.6 g | ||
| Protein | 102.4 g | 205% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.0 mcg | 35% | |
| Calcium | 2992 mg | 230% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
