Healthy Recipes Health Conditions Diabetes-Appropriate Avocado Cream Cheese Be the first to rate & review! With a splash of lime juice and a dash of cayenne, you'll want to enjoy this flavorful spread with everything. By EatingWell Test Kitchen EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. EatingWell's Editorial Guidelines Updated on September 19, 2023 Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen Tested by EatingWell Test Kitchen The EatingWell Test Kitchen is comprised of a group of culinary professionals who develop and test our recipes. Our recipes go through a rigorous process, which includes testing by trained recipe testers, using different equipment (e.g., gas and electric stoves) and a variety of tools and techniques to make sure that it will really work when you make it at home. Testers shop major supermarkets to research availability of ingredients. Finally, a Registered Dietitian reviews each recipe to ensure that we deliver food that's not only delicious, but adheres to our nutrition guidelines as well. Learn more about our food philosophy and nutrition parameters. Meet the EatingWell Test Kitchen Rate PRINT Share Trending Videos Close this video player Prep Time: 20 mins Additional Time: 30 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 6 Yield: 6 servings Nutrition Profile: Low-Carb Nut-Free Soy-Free Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free Low-Calorie Jump to Nutrition Facts Ingredients 1 medium avocado, halved, seeded, and peeled ¼ cup low-fat buttermilk 3 tablespoons whipped reduced-fat cream cheese 1 tablespoon lime juice 2 cloves garlic ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper ½ teaspoon salt Dash cayenne pepper Fresh vegetable dippers, such as red sweet pepper strips, cucumber slices, celery sticks, Belgium endive leaves, and/or fresh cauliflower florets Directions Set aside one-fourth of the avocado. In a blender or food processor combine the remaining three-fourths of the avocado, the buttermilk, cream cheese, lime juice, garlic, the 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper and salt. Cover and blend or process until smooth. Coarsely chop the reserved avocado; stir into pureed mixture. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 24 hours. Spoon into a serving bowl; sprinkle with the dash cayenne pepper. Serve with fresh vegetables. Originally appeared: Diabetic Living Magazine Rate It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 59 Calories 5g Fat 4g Carbs 1g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 6 Serving Size 2 1/2 tablespoons Calories 59 % Daily Value * Total Carbohydrate 4g 1% Dietary Fiber 2g 6% Total Sugars 1g Protein 1g 2% Total Fat 5g 6% Saturated Fat 1g 7% Cholesterol 4mg 1% Vitamin A 112IU 2% Vitamin C 3mg 4% Folate 21mcg 5% Sodium 224mg 10% Calcium 17mg 1% Iron 0mg 1% Magnesium 8mg 2% Potassium 137mg 3% Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate. * Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.) (-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs. Powered by the ESHA Research Database © 2018, ESHA Research, Inc. All Rights Reserved