Zesty Cheese Ball

Prep: 20 min Cuisine: American

A flavorful cheese ball packed with the tang of green olives, sharp cheddar, and smoky cheese spread. Perfect for parties or casual gatherings, its zesty profile and creamy texture make it a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with crackers, nuts, or fresh vegetables.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup green olive pieces, drained
  • 1 (8 oz.) package cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
  • 1 (12 oz.) package Cheddar cheese, cubed
  • 1 (8 oz.) container smoke flavored Cheddar or cheese spread
  • chopped parsley or nuts

Instructions

  1. Grate the cheddar cheese.
  2. Add the drained green olive pieces, softened cream cheese, Worcestershire sauce, dry mustard, and the smoked-flavored cheese spread to the grated cheese.
  3. Mix everything well until thoroughly combined.
  4. Cover the mixture and chill thoroughly in the refrigerator.
  5. Shape the chilled mixture into a ball.
  6. Roll the cheese ball in chopped parsley or nuts before serving.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

262 kcal 13% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 15.3g 31% DV
Total Fat 16.8g 22% DV
Carbs 17.1g 6% DV
Fiber 8.2g 29% DV
Sugar 3.5g 7% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 695mg 30% DV
Potassium 1822mg 39% DV
Cholesterol 47.3mg 16% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 161mcg 18% DV
Vitamin C 40.5mg 45% DV
Vitamin D 0.3mcg 1% DV
Calcium 266mg 20% DV
Iron 15.1mg 84% DV

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

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