Heart-Healthy Classic Pimento Cheese Spread
Delight your taste buds with this Heart-Healthy Classic Pimento Cheese Spread, a creamy Southern-inspired recipe that puts a lighter spin on a beloved classic. Made with low-fat sharp cheddar cheese, low-fat cream cheese, and protein-packed Greek yogurt, this spread is rich, tangy, and guilt-free. Diced pimentos add a burst of sweetness, while spices like garlic powder, onion powder, and a pinch of cayenne pepper deliver a subtle kick. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile recipe is perfect as a dip for whole-grain crackers, a spread for sandwiches, or a topping for fresh veggies. Enjoy all the indulgent flavor of pimento cheese while making heart-smart choices your body will thank you for!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces, shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces, softened low-fat cream cheese
- 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup, diced pimentos
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened low-fat cream cheese and plain Greek yogurt. Using a spatula or a hand mixer on low speed, blend them together until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded low-fat sharp cheddar cheese into the bowl with the cream cheese mixture. Stir until the cheddar is fully incorporated and evenly distributed.
Gently fold in the diced pimentos, ensuring they are evenly mixed throughout the cheese mixture.
Add the Dijon mustard, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, freshly ground black pepper, and salt to the cheese mixture. Stir well to combine, ensuring the spices are evenly distributed throughout the spread.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch more salt or pepper as desired.
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to a serving bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the heart-healthy pimento cheese spread with whole grain crackers, celery sticks, or as a sandwich filling for a tasty and nutritious snack or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1052 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.1 g | 58% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 128 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 3079 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.3 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.3 g | ||
| Protein | 129.0 g | 258% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1876 mg | 144% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 780 mg | 17% | |
*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.
