This keto queso dip is ideal for parties or a cozy night at home. It’s rich, cheesy, quick to prepare—about 15 minutes—and just 4g net carbs per serving.
Is Queso Keto-Friendly?
Yes. Queso can be keto-friendly when you make it at home and avoid added sugars or high-sugar ingredients. Traditional home-made queso mainly relies on cheese and cream, which are low in carbs. Be cautious with added tomatoes or canned tomato mixtures, as they can contribute more natural sugars than you expect.
This recipe keeps the carb count low—approximately 4g net carbs per serving—by using low-carb ingredients and moderate tomato content.
Keto Dip With Cream Cheese
This queso is dairy-forward, so it’s best for those who tolerate dairy. Cream cheese adds a silky richness and contributes healthy fats, while heavy whipping cream helps achieve a smooth, dip-like consistency. For a touch of heat and complexity, a Mexican-blend shredded cheese or pepper jack works well.
If your queso becomes too thick, stir in a little more heavy whipping cream until you reach the desired texture.
Queso Dip With Sausage
This version adds savory, spiced sausage for a hearty flavor that’s great as an appetizer, party snack, or Taco Tuesday side. I used ground pork sausage, but you can swap in ground turkey, chicken, or beef if you prefer. To bump up the heat, add cayenne, chili powder, or a splash of hot sauce.
Easy Keto Dips
Dips make convenient snacks or light meals, and this queso feeds that craving for spicy, cheesy Mexican-style flavors. Serve it warm with low-carb dippers for best results.
Ideas for low-carb dippers include keto chaffle bread, baked cheese crisps, pork rinds, or vegetable chips. It also makes a tasty topping for taco salads or stuffed peppers.
Sausage Appetizer Ideas
Sausage brings comforting, savory flavor to many appetizers. Mixing sausage into queso is an easy crowd-pleaser: serve it with pork rinds or low-carb chips for a simple, satisfying plate.
How To Make Sausage Queso Dip
You can prepare this dip on the stovetop or in a slow cooker. The stovetop method is faster and gives you direct control over texture. If using a slow cooker, keep it on the lowest setting and monitor to avoid overcooking.
Freezing and Storage
I don’t recommend freezing this dip; the texture changes when reheated after freezing. Instead, refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week. Reheat gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat, stirring until smooth.
Keto Sausage Queso Recipe
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 10
Net Carbs: 4 Net Carbs Per Serving
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground pork sausage (or substitute ground turkey, chicken, or beef)
- 8 ounces cream cheese
- 1 packet low-carb taco seasoning
- 2 cups Mexican-blend cheese, shredded (or pepper jack for extra heat)
- 1 can Ro-Tel tomatoes, undrained
- 1/4 cup heavy whipping cream (add more if needed to thin)
Instructions:
- Cook the sausage in a saucepan over medium-high heat until fully browned. Drain excess grease and reduce heat to medium.
- Add the cream cheese to the sausage and stir until completely combined and smooth.
- Stir in the Ro-Tel tomatoes (undrained), taco seasoning, and heavy whipping cream until uniform and smooth.
- Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and combined into a creamy sauce.
- Serve warm with your choice of keto dippers and garnish with sliced pickled jalapeños if desired.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to one week and reheat slowly on the stovetop.
Keto Queso Dip
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Equipment
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Saucepan
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground Pork Sausage
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese
- 1 packet Low-Carb Taco Seasoning
- 2 cups Mexican-blend cheese shredded
- 1 can Ro-Tel Tomatoes Undrained
- 1/4 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
Instructions
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Cook the sausage in a saucepan over medium-high heat until completely browned. Drain any excess grease and reduce heat to medium.
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Add the cream cheese to the sausage and stir until completely combined and smooth.
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Stir in the Ro-Tel tomatoes (undrained), taco seasoning, and heavy whipping cream until smooth.
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Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and fully combined.
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Serve warm with keto dippers and garnish with sliced pickled jalapeños if desired.
Notes
Net Carbs: 4 Net Carbs Per Serving
Nutritional information is an approximation and provided as a courtesy.
Keto Sausage Recipes
If you enjoyed this Keto Queso Dip With Sausage, try these other sausage-based keto recipes for more variety and flavor.
Keto Creamy Tuscan Sausage Soup
Keto Sausage Stuffing Recipe
Keto Garlic Butter Sausage With Zucchini