Chilled Queso Dip
This chilled queso dip is an ultimate creamy, flavorful appetizer that's perfect for gatherings, game days, or quiet snack nights at home. Combining sharp cheddar, Monterey Jack, and zesty jalapeños, it's the best queso dip for parties, sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups finely grated sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 ½ cups finely grated Monterey Jack cheese
- ¾ cup mayonnaise
- ⅓ cup diced pickled jalapeños
- ⅓ cup diced red pepper
- ¼ cup diced scallions
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
- Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- Tortilla chips (for serving)
- Chili lime seasoning (for serving)
Instructions
- In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the grated cheeses, mayonnaise, diced pickled jalapeños, red pepper, scallions, and cilantro.
- Add the lime juice, followed by a generous pinch of kosher salt and freshly cracked pepper. Stir everything together until fully mixed.
- Once combined, cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to let the flavors meld.
- When ready to serve, let the dip sit at room temperature for about 15 minutes to soften slightly, making it easier to scoop.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and sprinkle with chili lime seasoning for an extra pop of flavor. Serve with tortilla chips, crackers, pretzels, or veggie sticks.
Notes
Pro Tip: For an herbaceous twist, try swapping cilantro with flat-leaf parsley if you're not a cilantro fan. And don't forget to sprinkle chili lime seasoning for a finishing touch that pops!