This Mediterranean 20-Minute Pineapple Jalapeño Jelly Cream Cheese Dip has a sweet and tarty flavor. We prepare this dip with cream cheese, Greek yogurt, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, pineapple preserves, fresh jalapeño, feta cheese, parsley, and roasted pistachios. This dip contains approximately 9 g net carbs and 180 calories. We make this dip in just 20 minutes. This Mediterranean 20-Minute Pineapple JalapeMediterranean 20-Minute Pineapple Jalapeño Jelly Cream Cheese Dipño Jelly Cream Cheese Dip is perfect for quick entertaining, holiday parties, game days, potlucks, family gatherings, and weekend snacks. You can serve this flavorful dip with whole-wheat pita chips, multigrain crackers, cucumber slices, carrot sticks, or toasted baguette slices.
STATS:
- Course: Appetizer, Snack
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Difficulty: Easy
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Portion Size: ¼ cup
- Calories: 180 Kcal
- Cooking Method: No-Bake
TOOLS:
- Bowl
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Serving dish
INGREDIENTS:
CREAM CHEESE LAYER:
- 16 oz cream cheese
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp parsley
PINEAPPLE JALAPEÑO TOPPING:
- ¾ cup pineapple preserves
- 2 tbsp jalapeño
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey
GARNISH:
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 2 tbsp pistachios
- 1 tbsp parsley
- One tsp. olive oil
INGREDIENT NOTES & THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
CREAM CHEESE:
- Cream cheese gives this dip its rich, creamy, and smooth texture. You could also utilize whipped cream cheese.
GREEK YOGURT:
- Greek yogurt delivers a creamy, somewhat tangy flavor and lightens the dip. As a substitute, you can use labneh or plain yogurt.
EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL:
- Extra virgin olive oil provides authentic Mediterranean flavor and healthy fats. As another choice, you might use avocado oil.
PINEAPPLE PRESERVES:
- Pineapple preserves add sweet tropical flavor and create the signature jelly topping. Alternatively, use pineapple jam or pineapple marmalade.
JALAPEÑO:
- Fresh jalapeño gives the dip a mild spicy kick and balances the sweetness. As a different choice, utilize serrano pepper or eliminate the seeds.
HONEY:
- Honey improves the flavor of the fruit and delivers a hint of natural sweetness. You may substitute it with maple syrup.
FETA CHEESE:
- Feta cheese provides a salty, tangy Mediterranean flavor and creamy texture. As an alternative, use goat cheese or ricotta salata.
FRESH PARSLEY:
- Fresh parsley adds bright color and fresh Mediterranean flavor. Alternatively, use fresh basil or mint.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Stir the parsley, cream cheese, black pepper, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, garlic powder, olive oil, oregano, and lemon zest in a dish.
- Uniformly distribute the mixture in a dish.
- Stir the honey, pineapple preserves, lemon juice, and jalapeño in a small saucepan.
- Cook till slightly softened, for almost three minutes.
- Cool the jelly for some time minutes, then spread it uniformly on the cream cheese layer.
- Garnish with parsley, feta cheese, and pistachios.
- Drizzle the olive oil & serve with fresh veggies, crackers, or pita chips.
TIPS:
- Allow the cream cheese to soften and then whisk.
- Refrigerate for almost fifteen minutes and then serve if required.
- Eliminate the jalapeño seeds to prepare the dip less spicy.
- Gently toast the pistachios for a perfect flavor.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
FRESH BREAD & CRACKERS:
- Whole-Wheat Pita Chips
- Multigrain Crackers
- Toasted Baguette Slices
- Seeded Crispbread
- Flatbread Crisps
FRESH VEGETABLES:
- Cucumber Slices
- Carrot Sticks
- Celery Sticks
- Bell Pepper Strips
- Cherry Tomatoes
MEDITERRANEAN APPETIZERS:
- Stuffed Grape Leaves (Dolmas)
- Marinated Kalamata Olives
- Roasted Red Peppers
- Grilled Artichoke Hearts
- Marinated Feta Cubes
MAIN COURSE PAIRINGS:
- Mediterranean Grilled Chicken
- Herb-Roasted Turkey Breast
PARTY PLATTER FAVORITES:
- Hummus
- Tzatziki
- Baba Ganoush
- Falafel
- Caprese Skewers
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this dip in a closed box and stock it for 2 to 4 days.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing this dip, as the texture of the cream cheese will alter after defrosting.
FAQs:
Can we prepare this dip earlier?
- Yes, you can make this dip twenty-four hours earlier, garnish it, and then serve.
May we utilize canned pineapple?
- Yes, you can use canned pineapple, as it delivers a sweeter and thicker topping.
Could we utilize whipped cream cheese?
- Yes, you can use whipped cream cheese, as it will provide a fluffier and lighter texture.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 180 Kcal
Total Carbs: 10 g
Net Carbs: 9 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 7 g
Fat: 14 g
Protein: 5 g
Sodium: 240 mg
Portion Size: ¼ cup