Description
This Cucumber Cream Cheese Spread is a delightful and refreshing spread that is perfect for bagels, crackers, sandwiches, or as a veggie dip. The combination of cream cheese, fresh cucumber, dill, and green onion creates a flavorful and creamy spread that is sure to please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Cucumber Cream Cheese Spread:
- 8 oz cream cheese (softened)
- ½ cup finely grated cucumber (peeled and seeded)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped green onion or chives
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Squeeze Cucumber: Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, grated cucumber, dill, green onion, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
Notes
- This spread is perfect for bagels, crackers, sandwiches, or veggie dip.
- For a lighter version, use whipped or reduced-fat cream cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
