Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsLocal TacoTrios Recipe

Trios Recipe

Inspired by Local Taco
Time45m
Serves4

guacamole, queso, & choice of salsa

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Ingredients

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Guacamole

Method

Guacamole

  1. 1

    Prepare the Avocados

    Cut the ripe avocados in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a mixing bowl.

  2. 2

    Mash the Avocados

    Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the avocados to your desired level of creaminess.

  3. 3

    Add Lime Juice

    Pour in the lime juice and mix well to prevent browning.

  4. 4

    Mix in Vegetables

    Finely chop the red onion, tomato, and cilantro. Add them to the bowl and mix thoroughly.

  5. 5

    Season

    Sprinkle salt into the guacamole and stir well. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Queso

  1. 6

    Prepare the Base

    In a medium saucepan, combine the cream cheese and milk over low heat, stirring until smooth.

  2. 7

    Add Cheese

    Gradually add the cheddar cheese while stirring continuously until melted and creamy.

  3. 8

    Incorporate Jalapeño

    Add the diced jalapeño into the cheese mixture and stir well.

  4. 9

    Season

    Sprinkle in ground cumin and salt, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  5. 10

    Serve Warm

    Remove from heat and serve warm with tortilla chips.

Salsa

  1. 11

    Prep the Ingredients

    Dice the tomatoes and finely chop the red onion and jalapeño.

  2. 12

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice.

  3. 13

    Season

    Sprinkle salt over the mixture and stir gently to combine all ingredients.

  4. 14

    Chill and Serve

    Let the salsa chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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