Crudités with Blue Cheese Dip

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Crudités with Blue Cheese Dip
20 min.
8
161kcal

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Looking for a delicious and elegant appetizer that is both vegetarian and gluten-free? Look no further than our Crudités with Blue Cheese Dip! This refreshing side dish is perfect for any gathering, from casual get-togethers to more formal occasions. With a colorful assortment of crisp vegetables accompanying a rich and creamy blue cheese dip, it’s sure to impress your guests while also pleasing your palate.

The combination of tangy blue cheese, velvety cream cheese, and zesty onions creates a flavor explosion that pairs perfectly with the crunch of fresh crudités. Each bite is a delightful balance of richness and freshness, making it an ideal snack for any time of the day. Plus, it's incredibly quick to prepare—ready in just 20 minutes—which means you can whip it up even on a busy day.

This recipe serves eight, making it a fantastic option for sharing at parties, barbecues, or family gatherings. The best part? You can prepare the dip in advance and let the flavors meld together in the refrigerator, giving you more time to focus on enjoying your time with loved ones. So why not treat yourself and your guests to this scrumptious and visually appealing dish? Dive into a colorful world of vegetables paired with a creamy, luxurious dip that’s bound to be the highlight of any meal!

Ingredients

  • oz cheese blue crumbled
  • ounces cream cheese at room temperature
  • tablespoons parsley fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup mayonnaise reduced-fat
  • 0.5 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour low-fat
  • tablespoon onion grated
  • servings crudités assorted for serving
  • servings crudités assorted for serving

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine cream cheese, sour cream, mayonnaise and onion in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk or stir vigorously with a large spoon until well blended. Stir in blue cheese and parsley. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour before serving with crudits. (Dip can be made up to 1 day in advance.)

Nutrition Facts

Calories161kcal
Protein9.38%
Fat81.87%
Carbs8.75%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.13
Glycemic Load
0.5
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
3.7421739036622%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
2.15mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.02mg
Myricetin
0.15mg
Quercetin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:161.31kcal
8.07%
Fat:14.87g
22.88%
Saturated Fat:8.24g
51.53%
Carbohydrates:3.58g
1.19%
Net Carbohydrates:3.52g
1.28%
Sugar:1.44g
1.6%
Cholesterol:40.1mg
13.37%
Sodium:240.95mg
10.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.83g
7.67%
Vitamin K:21µg
20%
Vitamin A:571.13IU
11.42%
Calcium:87.28mg
8.73%
Phosphorus:69.96mg
7%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.52%
Selenium:4.1µg
5.86%
Vitamin B12:0.21µg
3.49%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.1%
Vitamin B5:0.29mg
2.94%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.8%
Potassium:95.58mg
2.73%
Folate:8.72µg
2.18%
Vitamin C:1.55mg
1.88%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.65%
Magnesium:6.38mg
1.6%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes