Smoky Jalapeno & Tomato Cream Cheese Dip Recipe {Blendtec Giveaway} Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 tsp olive oil
- 1 large jalapeno pepper, membranes and seeds removed (as desired for heat), finely chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 12 oz. cream cheese, room temperature
- 1 medium tomato, cored & cut into 8 wedges
- 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp kosher salt (or to taste)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 550g | |
| Calories 1302 | |
| Calories from Fat 1110 | 85% |
| Total Fat 126.29g | 158% |
| Saturated Fat 66.98g | 268% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 374mg | 125% |
| Sodium 1684mg | 70% |
| Potassium 975mg | 28% |
| Total Carbs 25.94g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.0g | 13% |
| Sugars 17.4g | 12% |
| Protein 22.64g | 36% |
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