Low Sodium Classic Pimento Cheese Spread
Creamy, tangy, and delightfully flavorful, this Low Sodium Classic Pimento Cheese Spread is a healthier twist on the beloved Southern staple. Crafted with sharp cheddar cheese, reduced-sodium cream cheese, and low sodium mayonnaise, it delivers all the richness you crave while keeping sodium levels in check. Pimentos bring a pop of sweetness, while a perfectly balanced blend of onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoky paprika enhances every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile spread is perfect for serving with crackers, fresh veggies, or as a sandwich filling. Ideal for gatherings or as a tasty snack, it's a heart-healthy way to indulge in classic comfort food.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 oz Reduced-sodium cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cup Low sodium mayonnaise
- 4 oz Pimentos, drained and chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Smoked paprika
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and low sodium mayonnaise. Using an electric hand mixer, blend them together on medium speed until smooth and creamy.
Add the shredded sharp cheddar cheese to the cream cheese mixture. Stir with a spatula or a wooden spoon until the cheddar is evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Gently fold in the drained and chopped pimentos until evenly combined with the cheese mixture.
Sprinkle the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika over the cheese mixture. Mix everything together until the spices are thoroughly incorporated.
Taste the spread and adjust the seasoning if necessary, although additional salt should not be needed given the low sodium requirement.
Transfer the pimento cheese spread to a serving dish or storage container. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld and the spread to firm up.
Serve chilled with crackers, fresh vegetables, or use as a sandwich filling. Enjoy your delicious and healthy low sodium pimento cheese spread!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2001 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.0 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 74.6 g | 373% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 2006 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.5 g | ||
| Protein | 67.2 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 1723 mg | 133% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 607 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.
