Heart-Healthy Scallion Cream Cheese
Elevate your snacking game with this Heart-Healthy Scallion Cream Cheese, a vibrant and creamy spread packed with wholesome ingredients. Featuring a blend of low-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt, this guilt-free recipe delivers a velvety texture with a boost of protein and less saturated fat. Fresh scallions, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic dill add layers of bold flavor, while a hint of garlic powder completes the savory profile. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and nutritious spread pairs perfectly with whole grain bagels, crackers, or crisp veggie sticks for a wholesome kick. Ideal for healthy snacking or brunch spreads, this easy-to-make scallion cream cheese is a heart-smart way to indulge without compromise.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
- 3 tablespoons Greek yogurt, non-fat
- 4 whole Fresh scallions, finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Place the low-fat cream cheese and non-fat Greek yogurt into a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Use a hand mixer or a spoon to blend the cream cheese and yogurt together until smooth and creamy.
Add the finely chopped scallions, garlic powder, lemon juice, and freshly chopped dill to the bowl.
Sprinkle the salt and ground black pepper over the mixture.
Use a spatula to fold all the ingredients together until evenly combined.
Transfer the scallion cream cheese spread into a serving dish or an airtight container if not using immediately.
Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled with whole grain bagels, whole grain crackers, or fresh vegetable sticks for a heart-healthy snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
624 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.4 g | 122% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 82 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1589 mg | 69% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.7 g | ||
| Protein | 22.4 g | 45% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 416 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 646 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.
