Vegetarian Deliciously Creamy Chips and Queso

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Indulge in the irresistible goodness of Vegetarian Deliciously Creamy Chips and Queso, a crowd-pleasing recipe bursting with bold Tex-Mex flavors. This queso features a velvety blend of cream cheese, sharp cheddar, and Monterey Jack cheeses, elevated by the zesty kick of diced tomatoes with green chilies, minced jalapeño, and aromatic spices like cumin, garlic powder, and chili powder. Made with a rich homemade roux and finished with fresh cilantro, this dip is the ultimate pairing for crispy tortilla chips. Perfect as a party appetizer or comforting snack, this quick and easy vegetarian recipe comes together in under 35 minutes and is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Get ready to savor every creamy, cheesy bite!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

15 items

• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups Whole milk
• 4 ounces Cream cheese, softened
• 2 cups Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 can (10 oz) Diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 1 Jalapeño, seeded and minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Chili powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 2 tablespoons Cilantro, chopped
• 1 bag (family size) Tortilla chips

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until bubbly.

2. Add the all-purpose flour to the butter, whisking continuously for 1-2 minutes to form a smooth roux.

3. Slowly whisk in the whole milk, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk until the mixture thickens, about 5 minutes.

4. Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese. Stir until completely melted and smooth.

5. Gradually add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese and Monterey Jack cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.

6. Stir in the drained diced tomatoes with green chilies, finely chopped red onion, and minced jalapeño.

7. Season the queso with garlic powder, cumin powder, chili powder, and salt. Stir well to combine all flavors.

8. Allow the queso to simmer on low heat for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

9. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.

10. Serve the creamy queso warm with crispy tortilla chips on the side. Enjoy this delicious vegetarian treat as a party appetizer or a comforting snack!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (281.5g)

Calories		760
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		49.3 g	63%
	Saturated Fat	22.2 g	111%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		94 mg	31%
Sodium		1046 mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate		59.4 g	22%
	Dietary Fiber	6.8 g	24%
	Total Sugars	7.0 g
Protein		23.4 g	47%
Vitamin D		1.1 mcg	6%
Calcium		616 mg	47%
Iron		3.1 mg	17%
Potassium		453 mg	10%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2665 cal (57.2%%)

Protein: 563 cal (12.1%%)

Carbs: 1428 cal (30.7%%)