Creamy Herb Dip

From EatingWell: The EatingWell Diabetes Cookbook (2005) — Subscribe to EatingWell Magazine Today!

A perennial favorite with kids, this all-purpose dip can also be used as a sandwich spread.

READER'S COMMENT:

"Since its the holiday season and everyone wants to celebrate without gaining weight, this is the perfect dip for both veggies and chips. Definitely make ahead and refrigerate for a few hours so the flavors blend. I served it at a small...

About 1/2 cup

Active Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition Profile

Ingredients

1/4 cup reduced-fat cream cheese, (Neufchâtel), softened (2 ounces)
2 tablespoons buttermilk, or low-fat milk
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, or scallions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, or parsley
1 teaspoon prepared horseradish, or more to taste
Pinch of sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground pepper, to taste

Preparation

Place cream cheese in a small bowl and stir in buttermilk (or milk) until smooth. Mix in chives (or scallions), dill (or parsley), horseradish, sugar, salt and pepper.

Tips & Notes

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Per tablespoon: 20 calories; 2 g fat (1 g sat, 0 g mono); 5 mg cholesterol; 1 g carbohydrates; 1 g protein; 0 g fiber; 72 mg sodium; 18 mg potassium.

Exchanges: free food

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