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traditional southern pimiento cheese salad recipe

Traditional Southern Pimiento Cheese Salad Recipe: 7 Savory Tips


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A classic Southern dish featuring creamy cheese blended with pimentos and spices.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 8 oz sharp cheddar cheese, grated
  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup diced pimentos, drained
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the grated cheddar cheese and softened cream cheese.
  2. Add the mayonnaise, diced pimentos, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  3. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined.
  4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier version, add chopped jalapeños.
  • Serve with crackers, celery sticks, or as a sandwich spread.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 3g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

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