Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup of your favorite salsa
- 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, beat the softened cream cheese until fluffy and smooth.
- Gradually mix in the Greek yogurt until creamy and well blended.
- Stir in the salsa, sharp cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly incorporated.
- If using, gently fold in the chopped cilantro.
- Spoon the mixture into a decorative serving bowl and spread it out evenly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
- Serve alongside tortilla chips, crunchy crackers, or vegetable sticks for dipping.
Notes
- For an extra kick, use spicy salsa or add diced jalapeños.
- Swap sharp cheddar for pepper jack cheese for more heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 40mg