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Cowboy Caviar Jalapeno Popper Cheese Log

Cowboy Caviar Jalapeno Popper Cheese Log: Party-Ready Delight

Cowboy Caviar Jalapeno Popper Cheese Log is a vibrant appetizer packed with flavors and textures, perfect for gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cheese Base
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Softened, low-fat for healthier option
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Can substitute with Monterey Jack
For the Veggie Mix
  • 1-2 pieces Jalapenos Diced, use pickled for milder flavor
  • 1 cup Black Beans Rinse and drain, may substitute with kidney beans
  • 1 cup Corn Fresh, frozen, or canned
  • 1 pieces Red Bell Pepper Diced, green bell pepper can be used as an alternative
  • 3 pieces Green Onions Chopped, can use chives as an alternative
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, parsley can be used as an alternative
For Assembly
  • 2 cups Tortilla Chips Crushed, use your favorite kind

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Plastic wrap
  • Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine cream cheese and cheddar cheese. Mix until smooth and creamy. Fold in black beans, corn, jalapeños, red bell pepper, and green onions.
  2. Lay out plastic wrap and spoon cheese mixture onto it. Shape it into a log and wrap tightly. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  3. Spread crushed tortilla chips on a plate. Roll the cheese log in the chips until evenly coated.
  4. Place the coated cheese log on a serving platter and drizzle with chopped cilantro for garnish.
  5. Serve with additional tortilla chips or fresh veggie sticks. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This recipe can be made a day ahead and stored tightly wrapped in the fridge.

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