Low Carb Creamy Chipotle Spread on Cucumber Slices Recipe

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

15 minutes

Yield

7
servings

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon ground chipotle chile, divideed (or ground red pepper)
  • ½ teaspoon garlic, minced
  • ½ cup softened full-fat cream cheese
  • 1 cucumber (cut into .5'' thick rounds)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives (optional for garnish)

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Serving Size

2 ounce

Carbohydrates

3
g

Protein

1
g

Fat

6
g

Calories

71

When you need to refresh your snack menu, choose this mouthwatering recipe for low carb creamy chipotle spread on cucumber slices. With just 6 ingredients, you can switch up your normal routine with this scrumptious creamy chipotle spread on cucumber slices. In addition, it is a excellent choice for a diabetes-friendly diet.

Instructions

  1. Combine oil, ⅛ teaspoon chipotle chile, and garlic in a microwaveable bowl.
  2. Cover with wax paper.
  3. Place in the microwave and cook on high power for 45 seconds, or until sizzling.
  4. Add cream cheese and stir until well blended.
  5. Taste and add remaining chipotle chile, if desired.
  6. Spread the chipotle cream on the cucumber rounds prior to serving.
  7. Sprinkle with chives or scallions, if desired.