Recipe printed from: https://www.kidneycommunitykitchen.ca/kkcookbook/recipes/cheese-and-fine-herbs-dip/

Cheese and Fine Herbs Dip

Recipe submitted by Sabrina Généreux, Dietitian, Québec, reprinted with permission from Genzyme Canada Inc., photo credit studioM/depositphotos.com

Cheese and Fine Herbs Dip

A quick and easy dip to put together for a party. Play around with different fresh herbs to maximize the flavour potential.

Ingredients

  • 250 g low fat cream cheese
  • 250 g cottage cheese 2% M.F.
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon minced green onions
  • ½ teaspoon pepper
  • ½ teaspoon basil
  • ½ teaspoon thyme
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

Directions

Mix all ingredients in a food processor and refrigerate.
Serve with vegetables, as a spread in a sandwich or with grilled tortillas.

Nutrient Analysis

  • Calories: 82 KCal
  • Protein: 5.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: 3 g
  • Total Fat: 5 g
  • Sodium: 176 mg
  • Phosphorus: 76 mg
  • Potassium: 75 mg

Renal Diet Nutrient Analysis

Servings per recipe: 10

Serving size: 3 tbsp

Renal and Diabetic Exchanges

1 protein

What is one exchange?
  • 1 Protein Choice = 1oz of meat or 7g of dietary protein
  • 1 Starch Choice = about 15g of carbohydrates
  • 1 Fruit or Vegetable Choice = ½ cup
  • 1 Milk Choice = ½ cup

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