Dairy-Free Benedictine Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this creamy, flavorful Dairy-Free Benedictine Spread, a vegan twist on the classic Kentucky favorite. Packed with fresh ingredients like grated cucumber, aromatic dill, and zesty lemon juice, this recipe delivers a refreshing burst of flavor in every bite. The use of dairy-free cream cheese ensures a silky texture while catering to vegan and lactose-intolerant diets. Quick and easy to prepare in just 15 minutes, this spread is perfect for any occasion, whether as a party dip or a light snack paired with crackers, bread, or crisp veggie sticks. Refrigerate for an hour to let the vibrant flavors meld and enjoy a chilled, irresistibly creamy treat that’s both healthy and indulgent. Ideal for entertaining or everyday snacking, this Dairy-Free Benedictine Spread is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber
- 8 ounces vegan cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 3 stalks green onions
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds, then finely grate the cucumber using a grater.
Place the grated cucumber into a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess water as possible. This step prevents the spread from becoming watery.
In a medium bowl, combine the vegan cream cheese, grated cucumber, and chopped fresh dill.
Finely chop the green onions and add them to the mixture.
Add garlic powder, salt, fresh lemon juice, and black pepper. Stir well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Taste the spread and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper as desired.
Transfer the Dairy-Free Benedictine Spread to a serving bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
Serve chilled with crackers, bread, or vegetable sticks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
736 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.2 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.8 g | 284% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2410 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 159 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 642 mg | 14% | |
*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.
