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Spicy QuesoGuzman y Gomez calories & macros
A Guzman y Gomez Spicy Queso (Small) has 100 calories (418 kJ), with 5.7 g protein, 7.0 g fat and 3.8 g carbs per serve. That is about 5% of the 8,700 kJ daily intake used on Australian food labels.

B5.7 g protein per 100 kcal - good protein density on Macro Menu's S to F scale
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Full nutrition (Small)
| Per serve | Amount |
|---|---|
| Energy | 418 kJ (100 kcal) |
| Protein | 5.7 g |
| Fat, total | 7.0 g |
| - saturated | 4.7 g |
| Carbohydrate | 3.8 g |
| - sugars | 0.0 g |
| Sodium | 345 mg |
As published by Guzman y Gomez.
Spicy Queso sizes and options
| Option | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g | Sat fat g | Sugars g | Sodium mg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 100 | 418 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 0.0 | 345 |
| Medium | 156 | 653 | 8.9 | 10.8 | 5.9 | 7.4 | 0.1 | 538 |
| Large | 286 | 1,197 | 16.3 | 19.9 | 10.8 | 13.6 | 0.2 | 988 |
Lowest: Small at 100 kcal. Highest: Large at 286 kcal - a 186 kcal spread.
How it compares with other Guzman y Gomez sides
Of the 37 sides on the Guzman y Gomez menu, Spicy Queso ranks 28th of 37 for protein and is the 6th lowest in calories. The category average is 440 kcal, so this one is below average by 340 kcal.
| Item | kcal | kJ | Protein g | Fat g | Carbs g |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tomatillo Salsa (2 options) | 43 | 180 | 1.0 | 1.0 | 6.3 |
| Plain Queso (3 options) | 92 | 385 | 5.6 | 7.2 | 1.5 |
| Mild Queso (3 options) | 97 | 406 | 5.5 | 6.9 | 3.5 |
| Spicy Queso (3 options) | 100 | 418 | 5.7 | 7.0 | 3.8 |
| Black Beans | 154 | 644 | 7.6 | 1.8 | 30.4 |
| Sour Cream | 163 | 682 | 2.4 | 16.0 | 3.5 |
| Guacamole (3 options) | 165 | 690 | 1.6 | 17.3 | 0.6 |
Sorted by calories, showing the items either side of this one. See every Guzman y Gomez sides item.
Quick answers
How many calories are in a Guzman y Gomez Spicy Queso?
Spicy Queso at Guzman y Gomez ranges from 100 to 286 calories depending on the option. The Small is 100 kcal (418 kJ).
How much protein is in Guzman y Gomez's Spicy Queso?
5.7 g of protein in the Small, which works out to 5.7 g per 100 kcal - rated B (good) for protein density on Macro Menu.
How many kJ is that?
418 kJ. Australian menus list kilojoules; divide by 4.184 to get calories. 418 kJ is roughly 5% of an 8,700 kJ day.
Is it a lower-calorie choice at Guzman y Gomez?
Within Guzman y Gomez sides it is the 6th lowest of 37. The lowest-calorie option in that category is Fresh Jalapeño at 5 kcal, and the highest-protein is Three Crispy Chicken Tenders with Honey Habanero Ranch with 25.2 g.
Compare it with
The closest sides by calories, at the other chains and on this menu.
More Guzman y Gomez sides
Mild Queso97 kcal · 5.5 g protein
Plain Queso92 kcal · 5.6 g protein
Black Beans154 kcal · 7.6 g protein
Tomatillo Salsa43 kcal · 1.0 g protein
Sour Cream163 kcal · 2.4 g protein
Guacamole165 kcal · 1.6 g proteinGuzman y Gomez full menuHighest protein at Guzman y GomezLowest calorie at Guzman y GomezOther restaurants
Source: Guzman y Gomez Nutrition & Allergen Guide, edition dated 29 July 2026, per serve as sold. Last checked against the live menu in August 2026. Every source.