Low Sodium Scallion Cream Cheese

Elevate your breakfast or snack game with this creamy and flavorful Low Sodium Scallion Cream Cheese! This easy-to-make spread combines softened low-sodium cream cheese with the bright flavors of fresh scallions, a hint of zesty lemon juice, and optional dill for a herby twist—all while maintaining a heart-healthy, low-sodium profile. A touch of plain yogurt adds extra creaminess, while garlic powder and freshly ground black pepper deliver an irresistible depth of flavor. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, this homemade cream cheese is perfect for slathering on bagels, spreading on crackers, or pairing with crisp vegetable sticks. It's a healthier, homemade alternative to store-bought spreads, ensuring you can indulge guilt-free while savoring every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces low sodium cream cheese, softened
• 4 tablespoons fresh scallions (green onions), finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon fresh dill, minced (optional)
• 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened plain yogurt or Greek yogurt

Directions

Step 1

Begin by allowing the low sodium cream cheese to sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes until it softens unless already softened.

Step 2

In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and the unsweetened yogurt.

Step 3

Using a spatula or an electric mixer on low speed, blend the cream cheese and yogurt together until smooth and well incorporated.

Step 4

Add in the finely chopped scallions, fresh lemon juice, minced dill, freshly ground black pepper, and garlic powder.

Step 5

Mix all the ingredients thoroughly until the scallions and seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese mixture.

Step 6

Taste the cream cheese and adjust the pepper or lemon juice as necessary, keeping in mind to maintain a low sodium profile.

Step 7

Transfer the scallion cream cheese to a serving dish or store it in an airtight container.

Step 8

Refrigerate the cream cheese spread for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together, although it can be served immediately if desired.

Step 9

Serve the low sodium scallion cream cheese with your choice of bagels, crackers, or vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(298.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	602.9

Total Fat 49.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 33.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 165.0mg	0%
Sodium 257.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 12.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 9.9g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 210.0mg	0%
Iron 0.6mg	0%
Potassium 294.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 78.1%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 8.9%