Pimiento Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Pimiento Cheese
10 min.
10
209kcal

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Pimiento cheese is a classic Southern spread that brings a delightful mix of creamy, savory, and spicy flavors to your table. Perfect as a condiment, dip, or spread, this versatile dish can elevate any gathering, whether it's a backyard barbecue, a picnic, or a simple snack at home. Imagine the rich, tangy taste of sharp Cheddar cheese combined with zesty minced onions and the mild heat from ground red pepper, all brought together by creamy mayonnaise. The addition of diced pimento adds a nice touch of sweetness and a pop of color that makes it as visually appealing as it is delicious.

With only a handful of ingredients and just 10 minutes of your time, this easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your guests with its rich flavor and smooth texture. Not only is it vegetarian and gluten-free, but each serving packs a satisfying punch of flavor at just 209 calories. Serve it on crackers, spoon it onto celery sticks, or slather it on sandwiches to take your meal to the next level. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just stepping into the kitchen, this pimiento cheese recipe is a crowd-pleaser that everyone will love. Get ready to dip in and relish every bite!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • 0.8 cup mayonnaise 
  • teaspoon onion minced
  • oz pimento diced drained ()
  • oz sharp cheddar cheese shredded

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Stir together all ingredients until blended.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories209kcal
    Protein10.58%
    Fat87.41%
    Carbs2.01%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    18.1
    Glycemic Load
    0.31
    Inflammation Score
    -3
    Nutrition Score
    4.9199999752252%

    Flavonoids

    Isorhamnetin
    0.01mg
    Quercetin
    0.04mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:208.6kcal
    10.43%
    Fat:20.31g
    31.24%
    Saturated Fat:6.32g
    39.53%
    Carbohydrates:1.05g
    0.35%
    Net Carbohydrates:0.9g
    0.33%
    Sugar:0.37g
    0.41%
    Cholesterol:29.74mg
    9.91%
    Sodium:255.99mg
    11.13%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:5.53g
    11.06%
    Vitamin K:28.55µg
    27.19%
    Calcium:162.21mg
    16.22%
    Phosphorus:108.8mg
    10.88%
    Selenium:6.82µg
    9.74%
    Vitamin A:409.51IU
    8.19%
    Vitamin C:5.95mg
    7.21%
    Vitamin B2:0.11mg
    6.34%
    Zinc:0.87mg
    5.81%
    Vitamin E:0.78mg
    5.22%
    Vitamin B12:0.26µg
    4.34%
    Magnesium:6.78mg
    1.7%
    Vitamin B6:0.03mg
    1.67%
    Folate:6.09µg
    1.52%
    Vitamin B5:0.12mg
    1.23%
    Vitamin D:0.17µg
    1.13%
    Iron:0.19mg
    1.07%
    Source:My Recipes