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