Pineapple Cherry Pecan Dip
Gluten-Free
A dairy-free dip inspired by a retro cheese ball recipe and an essay on how pineapple is anything but Hawaiian.
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 8 ounces dairy-free cream cheese Tofutti reigns supreme
- 1 green bell pepper cored
- 6 green onions washed and trimmed
- ½ cup pecan halves + more for topping
- 4 ounces crushed pineapple + more for topping
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
- ¼ cup maraschino cherries + 1 tablespoon juice from jar
Method
- Place the cream cheese, bell pepper, green onions, pecan halves, crushed pineapple, garlic powder, seasoning salt, and cherry juice in a food processor and pulse until combined. The vegetables and nuts should be minced. Taste for salt, adding in more if necessary.8 ounces dairy-free cream cheese, 1 green bell pepper, 6 green onions, 1/2 cup pecan halves + more for topping, 4 ounces crushed pineapple + more for topping, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
- To serve, top with cherries, a scoop of crushed pineapple, and crushed pecan pieces. Store refrigerated until ready to serve.1/4 cup maraschino cherries + 1 tablespoon juice from jar
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition
Per serving
Nutrition information is provided as an estimate only and may vary depending on brands, substitutions, preparation methods, and portion sizes.
Nutrition Facts
Pineapple Cherry Pecan Dip
Amount per Serving
Calories
195
% Daily Value*
Fat
17
g
26
%
Saturated Fat
4
g
25
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat
3
g
Sodium
343
mg
15
%
Potassium
129
mg
4
%
Carbohydrates
12
g
4
%
Fiber
4
g
17
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
209
IU
4
%
Vitamin C
20
mg
24
%
Calcium
47
mg
5
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.