Cucumber Cheese Ball

Prep: 20 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

A creamy, flavorful cheese ball infused with fresh cucumber, red bell pepper, and chives, perfect for parties or snacking. Its refreshing taste and smooth texture make it a crowd-pleaser, especially suited for those who enjoy savory, veggie-forward appetizers with a hint of onion and herbs.

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Ingredients

  • 1 purple onion
  • 1 cucumber
  • 8 oz cream cheese
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp chopped chives
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Choose small pickling cucumbers for the best flavor and texture, especially if you prefer pickling cucumbers, as they are smaller and contain fewer seeds.
  2. Peel and finely chop the cucumber.
  3. Finely dice the purple onion and red bell pepper.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth.
  5. Add the chopped cucumber, purple onion, red bell pepper, and chopped chives to the mixture.
  6. Season with salt to taste.
  7. Mix everything thoroughly to form a uniform mixture.
  8. Shape the mixture into a ball or mold as desired.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

244 kcal 12% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 7.6g 15% DV
Total Fat 16.4g 21% DV
Carbs 21.1g 8% DV
Fiber 7.3g 26% DV
Sugar 3.3g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 9975.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 869.8mg 19% DV
Cholesterol 31.3mg 10% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 969.5mcg 100% DV
Vitamin C 197.8mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg 1% DV
Calcium 233.8mg 18% DV
Iron 5.6mg 31% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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