Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsMercadoDip Trio Recipe

Dip Trio Recipe

Inspired by Mercado
Time45m
Serves6

3 Small Molcajetes of Each: Guacamole, Queso, and Salsa

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Ingredients

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Guacamole

Method

Guacamole

  1. 1

    Prepare Avocados

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

  2. 2

    Mash Ingredients

    Using a fork or a potato masher, mash the avocados to your desired consistency (smooth or chunky).

  3. 3

    Mix in Other Ingredients

    Add lime juice, red onion, diced tomato, chopped cilantro, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

  4. 4

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the guacamole and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Queso

  1. 5

    Melt Cheese

    In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine cheddar cheese, cream cheese, and milk.

  2. 6

    Stir Mixture

    Stir continuously until the cheeses are melted and the mixture is smooth.

  3. 7

    Add Jalapeño and Spices

    Stir in the diced jalapeño, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until well incorporated.

  4. 8

    Serve Warm

    Remove the queso from heat and serve warm in a small molcajete.

Salsa

  1. 9

    Combine Ingredients

    In a mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.

  2. 10

    Mix Well

    Stir the mixture until all ingredients are well blended.

  3. 11

    Taste and Adjust

    Taste the salsa and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lime juice if needed.

  4. 12

    Chill Before Serving

    Let the salsa sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

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