Heart-Healthy Benedictine Spread
Elevate your appetizer repertoire with this Heart-Healthy Benedictine Spread, a lighter twist on the classic Kentucky favorite. Made with a refreshing blend of grated English cucumber, creamy low-fat cream cheese, and protein-packed non-fat Greek yogurt, this recipe delivers all the flavor without the guilt. Fresh green onion, dill, garlic powder, and a hint of salt and pepper bring a savory balance to every bite. Perfect as a dip for crunchy veggies or whole-grain crackers, this quick-to-prep spread is ideal for health-conscious snackers and elegant party platters alike. Ready in just 20 minutes and packed with nutritious ingredients, it’s a wholesome, flavorful option that embodies light eating without sacrificing indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large English cucumber
- 8 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons Non-fat Greek yogurt
- 3 tablespoons Green onion
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Peel the cucumber, then cut it in half lengthwise. Use a spoon to scoop out seeds, then grate the cucumber using a grater.
Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This will prevent the spread from becoming watery.
In a medium bowl, use a hand mixer to blend the low-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt until smooth and creamy.
Add the grated cucumber, chopped green onion, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to the cream cheese mixture.
Mix all ingredients until well combined, using a spatula to ensure thorough mixing.
Transfer the spread to a serving dish and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the Heart-Healthy Benedictine Spread with whole-grain crackers or sliced veggies like carrots, celery, and bell peppers for a nutritious snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
636 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.3 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1581 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 21.0 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 411 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 953 mg | 20% | |
*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.
