Greek Pimento Cheese Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 Tablespoon tahini
- Freshly squeezed juice from half a lemon
- 1 large garlic clove, pressed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 oz. block sharp cheddar cheese, shredded
- 3 oz. block Feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 oz. jar diced pimentos, drained
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 550g | |
| Calories 1307 | |
| Calories from Fat 908 | 69% |
| Total Fat 103.72g | 130% |
| Saturated Fat 63.03g | 252% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 322mg | 107% |
| Sodium 3002mg | 125% |
| Potassium 680mg | 19% |
| Total Carbs 23.11g | 6% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.9g | 13% |
| Sugars 11.43g | 8% |
| Protein 74.89g | 120% |
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