One serving of Chipotle queso blanco has about 120 calories, 5 grams of protein, 4 grams of carbs, 9 grams of fat, and 440 mg of sodium. That is the amount you get when you add queso as a topping to a bowl, burrito, or tacos.
This guide covers queso nutrition, how it compares to cheese, sour cream, and guac, and what happens when you get chips and queso on the side.
Chipotle Queso Blanco Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Queso Blanco (1 serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 120 |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 4 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sodium | 440 mg |
Queso blanco is vegetarian and has no gluten ingredients. It is fairly low in carbs, so it can fit a keto or low-carb bowl. See the best keto Chipotle order.
Queso vs Cheese vs Sour Cream vs Guac
| Topping | Calories | Protein | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Queso blanco | 120 | 5 g | 9 g | 4 g | 440 mg |
| Cheese (Monterey Jack) | 110 | 6 g | 8 g | 1 g | 190 mg |
| Sour cream | 110 | 2 g | 9 g | 2 g | 30 mg |
| Guacamole | 230 | 2 g | 22 g | 8 g | 370 mg |
Queso and shredded cheese are almost the same in calories, protein, and fat. The big difference is sodium: queso has more than twice as much. Guac has about twice the calories of queso. Compare them in guac vs queso at Chipotle and cheese vs sour cream.
Chips and Queso Nutrition
Queso on the side with chips is a different story, mostly because of the chips. A regular bag of chips is about 540 calories by itself.
| Side | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chips + 1 serving queso | 660 | 34 g | 77 g | 830 mg |
| Chips + 1 serving guac | 770 | 47 g | 81 g | 760 mg |
Side and large cups of queso hold more than one topping serving, so multiply the numbers by the size you order. See Chipotle chips and queso calories.
Is Chipotle Queso Healthy?
Queso adds flavor and a little protein for a moderate number of calories. The main thing to watch is sodium. A bowl with queso often lands near or above 2,000 mg of sodium. If you are watching salt, pick shredded cheese instead, or skip both. See the Chipotle sodium guide.
How Queso Changes a Bowl
| Chicken Bowl | Calories | Protein | Sodium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicken, white rice, black beans, tomato salsa, cheese, lettuce | 660 | 50 g | 1,610 mg |
| Same bowl, queso instead of cheese | 670 | 49 g | 1,860 mg |
| Same bowl with queso and guac, no cheese | 895 | 51 g | 2,230 mg |
Queso Blanco FAQ
How many carbs are in Chipotle queso?
About 4 grams per serving.
Is Chipotle queso vegetarian?
Yes. It is made without meat.
Does queso have more calories than cheese at Chipotle?
Only slightly: 120 vs 110 calories. Queso has much more sodium.
Add queso to your order and see the totals in the Chipotle bowl calorie calculator.
Nutrition numbers are estimates for one standard serving, based on publicly posted nutrition information. Portions in the restaurant vary and menus change, so check Chipotle’s official nutrition information for the latest numbers. This site is not affiliated with Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.