Cheesy Vegetable Spread

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A tangy, creamy Indian-inspired dip with crunchy vegetables and sweet currants
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This Cheesy Vegetable Spread offers a delightful fusion of creamy farmer cheese and bright, zesty flavors. The base of plain yogurt and lemon juice creates a smooth, rich texture that is lightly seasoned with soy sauce and warm curry powder. Chopped apples, carrots, and celery add a refreshing crunch, while sweet currants and toasted pecans provide bursts of sweetness and nutty depth. It’s a versatile appetizer perfect for spreading on crackers, whole wheat bread, or stuffing into pita pockets. Ideal for potlucks, parties, or a quick, healthy snack, this dish brings together sweet, savory, and tangy notes in every bite.

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Cheesy Vegetable Spread

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 1180.0

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This Cheesy Vegetable Spread offers a delightful fusion of creamy farmer cheese and bright, zesty flavors. The base of plain yogurt and lemon juice creates a smooth, rich texture that is lightly seasoned with soy sauce and warm curry powder. Chopped apples, carrots, and celery add a refreshing crunch, while sweet currants and toasted pecans provide bursts of sweetness and nutty depth. It&# 226;€™s a versatile appetizer perfect for spreading on crackers, whole wheat bread, or stuffing into pita pockets. Ideal for potlucks, parties, or a quick, healthy snack, this dish brings together sweet, savory, and tangy notes in every bite.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place the shredded farmer cheese, plain yogurt, lemon juice, soy sauce, and curry powder into a food processor or blender.
  2. Process the mixture until it is completely smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides of the bowl as needed.
  3. Transfer the blended mixture to a large mixing bowl.
  4. Stir in the chopped apple, chopped carrot, finely chopped celery, chopped pecans, currants, and toasted wheat germ.
  5. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed throughout the cheese spread.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding a pinch of salt or more lemon juice to taste.
  7. Serve immediately with crackers, whole wheat bread, or pita crisps, or use as a stuffing for pita pockets.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1180.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 105.4g163%
Saturated Fat 54.1g271%
Cholesterol 213.7mg72%
Sodium 1125.4mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 42.9g15%
Dietary Fiber 8.0g32%
Sugars 19.6g
Protein 21.7g44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: cheesy, vegetable, spread, dip, farmer, cheese, yogurt, curry, pecans, currants, apple, carrot, celery, lemon, soy, sauce, crackers, pita, appetizer, indian
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