Low Carb Chive Cream Cheese
Elevate your snack game with this irresistibly creamy Low Carb Chive Cream Cheese, a quick and flavorful spread that's perfect for keto and low-carb diets. Featuring softened cream cheese blended with the bright zing of fresh chives, a hint of garlic powder, and a splash of tangy lemon juice, this recipe is a savory delight that comes together in just 10 minutes. The combination of aromatic herbs and creamy richness makes it ideal for pairing with fresh veggies, low-carb crackers, or as a topping for grilled meats and eggs. With no cooking required, this versatile spread is perfect for meal prep or impromptu appetizers, delivering big flavor with minimal carbs in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 ounces, softened cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped fresh chives
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the softened cream cheese.
Using a hand mixer or a sturdy spatula, beat the cream cheese until smooth and creamy.
Add the finely chopped fresh chives to the cream cheese.
Sprinkle in the garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper.
Pour in the lemon juice for a hint of brightness.
Stir all the ingredients together until fully incorporated and the chives are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.
Transfer the chive cream cheese to a serving bowl or a storage container.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for about 1 hour to let the flavors meld, if time permits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
810 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.4 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.2 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1223 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.7 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.1 g | ||
| Protein | 15.0 g | 30% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 282 mg | 6% | |
*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.
