Keto Cheese Dip with herbs & pepper is a rich, creamy, and low-carb appetizer, and it is ideal for any party or snack. This dish is made with a combination of cream cheese, sour cream, and cheddar cheese, along with the roasted peppers and herbs. This dip is perfect to utilize as a topping for grilled meat, dipping fresh vegetables, and with crackers. This Keto Cheese Dip with herbs & pepper is loaded with fats, and it is very flavorful and low in carbs as well, so we can easily have this dip on a keto diet. We add the herbs and roasted peppers to add brightness, smoky, and sweet taste to the dish.
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STATS:
- Cook time: Five mins
- Total time: Fifteen mins
- Serving size: 2 tablespoons
- Cuisine: American
- Prep time: Ten mins
- Course: Appetizer, Snack, Dip
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Diet: Keto, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
- Serving: 1 ½ cups
EQUIPMENT:
- Bowl
- Blender
INGREDIENTS:
- 8 oz. cream cheese
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar cheese
- Quarter cup roasted red peppers
- 1 tbsp. chives
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt
INGREDIENTS NOTES:
CREAM CHEESE:
- We have to use the full-fat cream cheese to make this dip, and it provides the texture in the dish.
SOUR CREAM:
- We have to use the full-fat sour cream as it adds richness and tang, and it also makes the dip smooth and creamy.
CHEDDAR CHEESE:
- Sharp cheddar cheese is added to make the strong and sharp taste in the dip, and it melts perfectly in this dip.
ROASTED RED PEPPER:
- We add the roasted red pepper to this dip, and we would utilize the jarred pepper to prevent the additional moisture.
CHIVES:
- Adding the chives to the dip provide the color and light onion taste.
PARSLEY:
- Parsley is added to the dip to provide richness and brightness in the dish.
GARLIC SEASONING:
- Garlic seasoning will make the dip elegantly flavorful
ONION SEASONING:
- It is added to the dip to include the slight sweetness and flavor.
BLACK PEPPER:
- The powdered version of black pepper adds a mild heat.
SALT:
- It is included in the dip to provide the taste.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
INSTRUCTION:
- We add cream cheese in a moderate dish and beat to form the smooth consistency.
- Then we can include the sour cream till it gets blended.
- We can include the roasted pepper, cheese, herbs, and herbs and mix.
- Now we can add the pepper powder and salt and stir.
- Serve this dip cold or warm the dip in the microwave.
SERVING IDEAS:
- We can serve this dip with wedges of bell pepper, discs of cucumber, or celery.
- You can add this dip to the burgers or grilled chicken.
- Spread some dip on cheese crisps or keto crackers.
- We can use this dip as keto lettuce wrap filler.
- You can add this dip to the omelet or scrambled eggs.
- This dip is served with grilled zucchini or cauliflower chips.
TIPS:
- We would utilize the soft cream cheese to use it easily.
- You can add all the components in blender to form the smooth consistency of dip.
- We can add some lemon juice to add a tangy taste.
- You can place this dip in the fridge for an hour to blend the flavor.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- We can put this dip in a sealed container and store this for 5 days.
FREEZER:
- We shouldn’t have to store this dip as its texture will get ruined.
FAQs:
Can I prepare the non-dairy dip?
- We can use the non-dairy cream cheese and sour cream to prepare the dairy-free dip.
Will I prepare this dip spicy?
- We can prepare this dip spicy by adding the red flakes.
Free Keto Meal Plan: STEP-BY-STEP KETO DIET PLAN FOR BEGINNERS
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Calories: 140 kcal
Total carbs: 1.5g
Fiber: 0g
Net carbs: 1.5g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Sodium: 180mg
Calcium: 100mg
Iron: 0.3mg
Vitamin A: 400 IU
Potassium: 70mg