Heart-Healthy Brisket Queso

Indulge guilt-free with this irresistibly creamy Heart-Healthy Brisket Queso—where comfort food meets mindful eating. This recipe combines tender, slow-cooked lean beef brisket infused with smoky spices and low-sodium broth, all swirled into a velvety cheese sauce made from low-fat cream cheese and reduced-sodium cheddar. With no-salt-added tomatoes and a hint of fresh lime and cilantro, this nutrient-packed queso delivers bold, smoky flavor while supporting your heart health. Served alongside crunchy whole grain tortilla chips, it’s perfect for game days, gatherings, or a satisfying snack. Whether you're craving a better-for-you appetizer or a crowd-pleasing dip, this dish will have everyone asking for the recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 1 pound Lean beef brisket
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cups Low-sodium beef broth
• 1.5 cups Low-fat, reduced-sodium shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
• 1 can Chopped tomatoes with green chilies (no added salt)
• 1 cup Diced onion
• 2 cloves Minced garlic
• 0.25 cup Chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lime juice
• 1 bag Whole grain tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Trim any visible fat from the brisket to ensure it's as lean as possible.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3

Add the brisket to the skillet and sear on all sides until browned, about 4 minutes per side.

Step 4

Transfer the brisket to a slow cooker. Pour in the low-sodium beef broth.

Step 5

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the slow cooker.

Step 6

Cover and cook on low heat for about 6 hours, or until the brisket is tender and easy to shred.

Step 7

Remove the brisket from the slow cooker, shred it with two forks, and return it to the slow cooker.

Step 8

Stir in the chopped tomatoes with green chilies and heat for another 10 minutes.

Step 9

Meanwhile, in a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the low-fat cream cheese.

Step 10

Gradually stir in the reduced-sodium cheddar cheese until smooth and fully melted.

Step 11

Pour the cheese sauce into the slow cooker and mix it with the brisket until well combined.

Step 12

Add fresh lime juice and chopped cilantro, stirring to incorporate.

Step 13

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 14

Serve hot with whole grain tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1903.3 grams (1903.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3190

Total Fat 165.30g	212%
Saturated Fat 56.00g	280%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 482mg	161%
Sodium 3147mg	137%
Total Carbohydrate 183.10g	67%
Dietary Fiber 22.60g	81%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 213.40g	427%

Vitamin D 36IU	180%
Calcium 1886mg	145%
Iron 23mg	127%
Potassium 3455mg	74%

*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: 48.4%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 23.8%