Ridiculously Easy Queso Fresco "Dip"

Name: Ridiculously Easy Queso Fresco "Dip"
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 3 min
Total time: 133 min
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa; 1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped; 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced; 2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)

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On a recent trip to the local Costco, I ended up purchasing a huge thing of queso fresco, or Mexican white cheese. Not sure what to do with it, I created this modified dip that goes perfectly with any Mexican-themed meal. It's so ridiculously easy and looks much more refined than classic chile con queso. Serve with tortilla chips and enjoy! Reheat as needed.

Recipe by Jillian Eileen

Updated on June 28, 2022

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Prep Time:

10 mins

Cook Time:

3 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs

Total Time:

2 hrs 13 mins

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

1 (12 ounce) package queso fresco
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced
2 dashes hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)

Directions

Slice queso fresco in half horizontally, creating 2 rounds. Transfer to a shallow microwave-safe baking dish.
Spread salsa evenly over queso fresco and pour any residual juices around the dish for queso fresco to marinate in. Top with cilantro, jalapeño, and hot sauce. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate for at least 2 hours, preferably longer.
Heat queso fresco in the microwave until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

79	Calories
4g	Fat
6g	Carbs
6g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 79
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g	5%
Saturated Fat 2g	11%
Cholesterol 14mg	5%
Sodium 402mg	17%
Total Carbohydrate 6g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 6g
Vitamin C 4mg	20%
Calcium 142mg	11%
Iron 1mg	3%
Potassium 263mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.