Blue Cheese Stuffed Endive Diabetic
Elevate your appetizer game with this Blue Cheese Stuffed Endive recipe tailored for diabetic-friendly dining! This elegant and low-carb dish features crisp, refreshing endive leaves filled with a creamy blend of tangy blue cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt, enhanced with the bright zest of fresh chives and a hint of lemon juice. Topped with crunchy, unsalted walnuts for extra texture, these bite-sized delights offer a perfect balance of flavors and nutrients without compromising on indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick yet sophisticated recipe is perfect for dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or a light snack. Gluten-free and diabetes-conscious, it's a healthy yet decadent option that pairs beautifully with any occasion.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 pieces Endive leaves
- 60 grams Blue cheese
- 60 grams Greek yogurt (non-fat, plain)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 30 grams Walnuts (chopped, unsalted)
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Separate and wash 12 endive leaves thoroughly. Pat them dry with a paper towel and set aside.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine blue cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt. Use the back of a spoon or a fork to mash the blue cheese into the yogurt until smooth but slightly chunky.
3. Finely chop fresh chives and stir them into the cheese mixture along with lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
4. Spoon about 1 to 1.5 teaspoons of the blue cheese filling onto the wide base of each endive leaf.
5. Sprinkle a small amount of chopped walnuts evenly on top of the filling for added crunch and flavor.
6. Arrange the stuffed endive leaves on a platter in a fan shape or circular pattern for a visually appealing presentation. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 37.4 g | 48% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.7 g | 64% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 47 mg | 16% | |
| Sodium | 1331 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.6 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 626 mg | 13% | |
*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.
