Weight Watchers Pimento Cheese

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Weight Watchers Pimento Cheese is a healthier version of the traditional Southern dip. We can prepare a tasty dip with different items such as less-fat cream cheese, Greek yogurt, and diced pimentos. This cheese dip is ideal for anyone searching for a flavorful and wholesome appetizer that has no impact on their Weight Watchers diet. A high amount of protein with a low calorie amount is present in this appetizer recipe. You can enjoy this Weight Watchers Pimento Cheese with different food items such as chips, vegetables, or crackers. This dip is a great way to sate your desires while adhering to your diet because each serving only costs four Weight Watchers points. It is a hearty, flavorful, and healthy dip. In this recipe, we need a good-quality stand mixer to create this dip. Let’s start the recipe with the items and instructions (listed below).

STATS

  • Course: Appetizer
  • Cuisine: Southern
  • Diet: Weight Watchers, Low calorie, Gluten-free, Vegetarian
  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: None
  • Total Time: 10 mins
  • Method: Blending

EQUIPMENT

  • One bowl
  • Stand mixer
  • Serving cups

INGREDIENTS

  • Less-fat cream cheese 8 oz, approx. one-third cup
  • Half a cup of less-fat mayonnaise
  • Extra sharp cheddar cheese 4 oz
  • 50 % reduced-fat sharp cheddar cheese, about 4 oz.
  • Four ounce jar of diced pimentos
  • Worcestershire sauce one tsp
  • One-fourth tsp of garlic powder
  • Chopped onions 1/4 tsp
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
  • Salt, add to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. Add cream cheese, cayenne pepper, salt, reduced-fat cheddar cheese, onions, Worcestershire sauce, mayonnaise, sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, and diced pimentos to a bowl.
  2. Process all items with the help of a stand mixer.
  3. The delicious Weight Watchers Pimento Cheese is ready.
  4. Shift the cheese to a serving cup and serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

  • Serve the pimento cheese with whole-wheat cracker bites or veggie sticks.
  • Enjoy it with deviled eggs or tea sandwiches.
  • Lettuce wraps or baked potatoes work well with this cheese recipe.
  • Accompany it with baked chicken tenders, grilled panini, and vegetable soup.
  • Beef steak or turkey meatballs pairs well with this dish.

TIPS

  • Opt for less-fat cream cheese to keep the calorie count low.
  • Instead of jar pimentos, utilize fresh pimentos to create this cheese.
  • Select low-fat and plain Greek yogurt.
  • Try this dish with different sorts of cheese such as Colby or less-fat good-quality Monterey jack.
  • Incorporate fresh herbs such as dill, parsley, or chives into the dip.

STORAGE INFORMATION

Fridge:

  • Preserve the tasty pimento cheese in a covered bowl and refrigerate it for 5 to 7 days.

Freezer:

  • We can not freeze this cheese. The texture and taste of the cheese will vary after freezing.

FAQs

What are pimentos?

  • Pimentos are red peppers that are sweet and are usually sold in jars. They give vivid color and a subtle sweetness.

Can we used Greek yogurt instead of less-fat mayonnaise?

  • Yes, plain Greek yogurt adds creaminess while also significantly reducing calories and fat.

Which spices are commonly used to make this cheese?

  • You can use common spices such as onion powder, agrlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

Can I use different kinds of cheese?

  • Yes, you can try different kinds of cheese, such as Colby or reduced-fat Monterey Jack.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING

Per serving Size One-fourth cup of cheese
Total servings 12
Total Calories 118 kcal
Carbohydrates 2 g
Saturated Fat 6 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g
Protein 6 g
Total Fat 9 g
Sugar 2 g

Each serving of the pimento cheese has 4 (four) Weight Watchers smart points.