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Lightened Up Jalapeño Pimento Cheese | Lemons and Basil
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Healthy Jalapeño pimento cheese

This Healthy Jalapeño Pimento Cheese is full of flavor and the perfect summer addition to any Spring or Summer spread!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Appetizer/Snacks, brunch, Lunch/Appetizer, Lunch/Sandwich
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cream cheese, Jalapeno, onions, Pimention Cheese, sharp cheddar cheese
Servings: 16 Servings
Calories: 151kcal
Author: Kaylee Pauley

Ingredients

  • 1 -2 Jalapeño pepper
  • 1/4 cup sweet onion minced
  • 16 oz shredded sharp cheddar cheese
  • 8 ounces cream cheese softened (I used 1/3 less fat)
  • 1/2 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
  • 4 oz diced pimentos drained
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
  • Remove seeds from jalapeño peppers, then slice thinly. Slice 1/4 large sweet onion, then add sliced jalapeño pepper and onion to aluminum foil and fold to close. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes. Then open aluminum foil and broil for 3-4 minutes. Remove and allow to cool.
  • While peppers and onions cook, add sharp shredded cheese to large bowl, along with softened cream cheese, diced pimentos, and all seasonings.
  • Once the jalapeño peppers and onions have cooled, mince and add to cheese mixture.
  • Stir all ingredients together until well combined. Taste and add additional seasonings according to your preference.
  • Serve with fresh veggies, crackers or choice of bread for sandwiches. Enjoy!

Notes

Notes: Nutrition info is for 1/4 cup Healthy Jalapeño Pimento Cheese

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 2.5g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 36mg | Sodium: 287mg | Potassium: 13mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 1.7mg | Calcium: 170mg