Low Fat Queso Fundido

Indulge in the creamy, cheesy delight of Low Fat Queso Fundido—your go-to recipe for a healthier twist on a Mexican classic. Packed with reduced-fat mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese, this dip offers a luscious texture without the guilt. Sautéed onions, bell peppers, garlic, and jalapeños bring a robust depth of flavor, while diced tomatoes with green chilies add the perfect zesty kick. Spiced with cumin and paprika and finished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, this oven-baked queso fundido is warm, bubbly, and irresistibly delicious. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for game nights, parties, or as a simple crowd-pleaser. Serve it up with baked tortilla chips or fresh veggies for an appetizer that’s big on flavor and low on fat!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup reduced-fat mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces low-fat cream cheese
• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium bell pepper, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño, finely chopped and seeds removed
• 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon cumin powder
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (10 ounces) canned diced tomatoes with green chilies, drained

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the finely chopped onion and bell pepper to the pan. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low, then add the cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the vegetables with the spices.

Step 6

Add the drained canned diced tomatoes with green chilies to the mixture and stir to combine.

Step 7

In a separate mixing bowl, combine the reduced-fat mozzarella cheese, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, and low-fat cream cheese. Mix until well blended.

Step 8

Add the mixed cheeses to the saucepan with the vegetable mixture and stir continuously until the cheese has melted and the mixture is smooth.

Step 9

Transfer the cheese mixture to an oven-safe dish and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until bubbly.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly. Sprinkle chopped fresh cilantro on top before serving.

Step 11

Serve warm with baked tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1580.1

Total Fat 105.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 60.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 259.1mg	0%
Sodium 4579.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 54.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.9g	0%
Total Sugars 25.8g
Protein 111.2g	0%

Vitamin D 51.3IU	0%
Calcium 2923.0mg	0%
Iron 5.3mg	0%
Potassium 1328.8mg	0%

*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: 59.0%

Protein: 27.6%

Carbs: 13.4%