Cilantro-Jalapeno Cheese Spread
Splashed with lime, this zippy favorite from Susan Riley in Allen, Texas makes a standout appetizer. It’s yummy spread on crackers. Or as an easy veggie dip, a fun alternative to junk food! 4 ServingsPrep/Total Time: 10 min.
Ingredients
- 3 ounces reduced-fat cream cheese, cubed
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro
- 1-1/2 teaspoons ranch salad dressing mix
- 1 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Dash salt
- Assorted crackers or fresh vegetables
Directions
- In a small food processor, combine the first seven ingredients; cover
- and process until smooth. Transfer to a small bowl. Serve with
- crackers or vegetables. Yield: 1/2 cup.
Nutrition Facts: 2 tablespoons (calculated without crackers or vegetables) equals 60 calories, 5 g fat (3 g saturated fat), 15 mg cholesterol, 275 mg sodium, 2 g carbohydrate, trace fiber, 2 g protein. Diabetic Exchange: 1 fat.
Wine: Sweet Red Wine: Enjoy this recipe with a sweet red wine.