Dip, salsa con queso, cheese and salsa- medium
FDC 174068tbsp (30 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 23 · +13 vs Soups & sauces medianThis cheese-and-salsa dip posts 23 of 100, a Low band score that nonetheless ranks 18th of 60 in Soups & sauces, above the category's typical showing, with vitamin E reaching a modest 12% DV.
Served warm as a scoop-and-dip appetizer with tortilla chips or spooned over nachos, it's built for the party table rather than the pantry staple shelf. Sodium is the figure to keep in view, at 796 mg per 100 g, since a few tablespoons add up quickly if it's the centerpiece of a snack spread rather than a garnish.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 143 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 9.5 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 2.5 g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 796 mg | 35% |
| Carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Sugars | 2 g | |
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% |
| Potassium | 105 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% |
| Iron | 0.14 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 8 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 0.4 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 33 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 1.9 mg | 12% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 2.9 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.75 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 2.7 mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 239 mg | 10% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.3 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 0.21 g | 1% |
| Sugars | 0.59 g | |
| Protein | 0.94 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 32 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.04 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 2.4 mg | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.12 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 9.9 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 0.56 mg | 4% |
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FDC 174068Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the soups & sauces median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Salsa con queso is a warm, orange-hued dip that blends melted processed cheese with chopped tomatoes, peppers and onions, giving it a smooth base with bits of chunky salsa throughout. It is served warm as a party dip with tortilla chips, drizzled over nachos, spooned onto baked potatoes, or used as a quick sauce for quesadillas and burritos. Reheating it gently, either in a microwave or a slow cooker on low, keeps the texture smooth without the cheese separating.
Store opened jars tightly sealed in the refrigerator and stir well before reheating, since the cheese and salsa components can separate on standing. A tablespoon provides 143 calories per 100 g with 796 mg of sodium, so it is best treated as a flavorful accent portioned out with a scoop rather than a food eaten in large quantities; its 12% DV vitamin E per 100 g comes mainly from the oils used in the cheese base.
Frequently asked questions about dip, salsa con queso
How many calories are in salsa con queso dip?
A tablespoon serving works out to 143 calories per 100 g.
Is salsa con queso high in sodium?
Yes, it has 796 mg of sodium per 100 g, so it is best enjoyed in moderate, scooped portions.
What does salsa con queso pair well with?
It is classically served warm with tortilla chips, over nachos, or as a sauce for quesadillas and baked potatoes.