Low Sodium Benedictine Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Sodium Benedictine Spread, a creamy and refreshing twist on the classic Kentucky favorite. Made with grated cucumber, low-sodium cream cheese, a touch of sour cream, and aromatic fresh dill, this spread is packed with flavor while being heart-healthy and lower in salt. A hint of garlic powder, green onion, and zesty lemon juice adds depth and brightness, making it an irresistible pairing for crackers, bread, or vegetable platters. Quick to prepare and perfect for entertaining, this chilled spread is a light and satisfying choice for any occasion. Whether you're seeking a healthy snack or an elegant party dip, this recipe is sure to please!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 medium cucumber
- 8 oz low sodium cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream
- 1 stalk green onion
- 1 tsp fresh dill
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp white wine vinegar
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.5 tsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
Begin by peeling the cucumber and grating it using the large holes of a box grater.
Transfer the grated cucumber into a clean kitchen towel or several layers of cheesecloth.
Over the sink, squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the cucumber. This will ensure a firm and not watery spread.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, add the drained cucumber.
Finely chop the green onion and add it to the bowl with the cucumber.
Add the low sodium cream cheese and sour cream to the bowl. Using a fork, mash the cream cheese into the other ingredients until well combined and smooth.
Stir in the fresh dill, garlic powder, white wine vinegar, black pepper, and lemon juice. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly incorporated.
Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning with additional dill or pepper if desired.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled as a spread on crackers, bread, or as a vegetable dip.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
659 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.8 g | 79% | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.7 g | 198% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 174 mg | 58% | |
| Sodium | 268 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.9 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 19.0 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 246 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 618 mg | 13% | |
*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.
