Description
Pimento Cheese Dip is a creamy, zesty delight that elevates any gathering. With its perfect balance of sharp cheddar, tangy pimentos, and a hint of spice, this dip is a crowd favorite. Easy to prepare and versatile for pairing with crackers, veggies, or even as a sandwich spread, it promises to be the star of your next picnic or game day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 1/2 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup pimentos (chopped)
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Grate the cheddar and chop green onions. Allow cream cheese to soften at room temperature.
- In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
- Fold in cheddar cheese, pimentos, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Stir in chopped green onions for added flavor and texture.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled with your choice of crackers or veggies.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 30g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg