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Low-Fat Tofu Queso

Tofu Queso Dip is easy to make in just 10 minutes with simple, wholesome ingredients, it's perfect for scooping up with tortilla chips, drizzling on nachos, or using in your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes. Thanks to silken tofu, this dip contains 13 grams of protein per serving, only 2 grams of fat, and is creamy even without oil or nuts!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
9 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 120 kcal
Course: Appetizer , Condiments , Snacks
Cuisine: American , Mexican

Ingredients

  • 8 ounces silken tofu I like the refrigerated kind
  • ⅓ cup salsa or more to taste
  • ¼ cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon dried chipotle flakes
  • ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt or more to taste
  • ½ teaspoon tapioca starch can sub arrowroot or corn starch

Instructions

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  1. Combine all ingredients except the tapioca starch in a blender. Blend until smooth. Taste and add more salsa or seasonings as desired. Add the tapioca starch, and blend again.
  2. If not serving right away, transfer to a covered container and refrigerate until ready to use. Otherwise, pour the tofu queso into a small saucepan. Whisk and cook over medium-low heat until slightly thickened, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve hot with tortilla chips or as a cheese sauce for your favorite Mexican-inspired dishes.

Notes

  • Store tofu queso in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave. Freezing not recommended.

Nutrition Information

Calories 120kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 6g (2%) Protein 13g (26%) Fat 2g (3%) Cholesterol 0mg (0%) Potassium 500mg (14%) Fiber 3g (12%) Calcium 55mg (6%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 120

% Daily Value*

Calories 120kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 6g 2%
Protein 13g 26%
Fat 2g 3%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Potassium 500mg 11%
Fiber 3g 12%
Calcium 55mg 6%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.