Spinach Con Queso

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with flavor, Spinach Con Queso is the ultimate party dip that will have everyone reaching for seconds! This indulgent recipe combines fresh spinach sautéed with fragrant garlic and onions, then folded into a rich blend of melted cream cheese, Monterey Jack, and cheddar. The addition of diced tomatoes with green chilies brings a pop of zesty heat, perfectly balanced by warm spices like cumin and red pepper flakes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing dip pairs wonderfully with crispy tortilla chips, making it an unbeatable appetizer for gatherings, game nights, or movie marathons. Treat your guests—or yourself—to this irresistible homemade queso with a twist of greens!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces fresh spinach
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 1 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 cup heavy cream
• 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel), drained
• 0.5 cup diced white onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 1 bag tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and chop it into smaller pieces.

Step 2

In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium-sized saucepan over low heat, combine the cream cheese, Monterey Jack cheese, cheddar cheese, and heavy cream. Stir frequently until the cheese is completely melted and smooth.

Step 6

Mix in the drained can of diced tomatoes with green chilies, cooked spinach mixture, ground cumin, salt, and red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Transfer the mixture to a serving dish or slow cooker to keep warm.

Step 9

Serve hot with tortilla chips for dipping.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1380.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3409.6

Total Fat 268.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 128.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 36.5g
Cholesterol 602.0mg	0%
Sodium 5304.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 163.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.3g	0%
Total Sugars 19.0g
Protein 91.5g	0%

Vitamin D 50.2IU	0%
Calcium 2395.3mg	0%
Iron 13.2mg	0%
Potassium 1391.6mg	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: 70.3%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 19.1%