Low-Carb Homemade Pimento Cheese

Ingredients:

  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise (preferably sugar-free)
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced pimentos, drained
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Mix Ingredients:
    • In a mixing bowl, combine softened cream cheese, mayonnaise, shredded cheddar cheese, diced pimentos, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. Season:
    • Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Stir until well combined.
  3. Chill:
    • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the pimento cheese mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the mixture to firm up.
  4. Serve:
    • Once chilled, serve the low-carb homemade pimento cheese as a spread on low-carb crackers, celery sticks, cucumber slices, or enjoy it as a dip with your favorite keto-friendly vegetables.

Nutrition Facts (per serving, makes about 10 servings):

  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Total Fat: 17g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 2g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Sugars: 1g
  • Protein: 4g