Vegan and Dairy-Free Spicy Pimento Cheese Dip Recipe
This creamy gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan horseradish pimento cheese dip is perfect as a flavorful spread or appetizer. Made with dairy-free cream cheese and cheddar alternatives, combined with zesty ground horseradish and sweet pimento peppers, it offers a deliciously tangy and smooth dip that’s ready in minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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Dip Ingredients
- 8 ounces dairy-free cream cheese, softened
- ¼ cup ground horseradish
- ½ cup dairy-free cheddar cheese alternative
- 2 tablespoons pimento peppers
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a small bowl, thoroughly combine the softened dairy-free cream cheese, ground horseradish, dairy-free cheddar cheese alternative, and pimento peppers until smooth and evenly mixed.
- Chill: Cover and refrigerate the dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly.
- Optional Warming: For easier spreading, microwave the dip for 10-15 seconds just before serving to gently warm it without melting.
Notes
- Use your favorite dairy-free cream cheese and cheddar alternatives to keep this recipe vegan and dairy-free.
- If you prefer a milder horseradish flavor, reduce the ground horseradish to 2 tablespoons.
- This dip pairs perfectly with gluten-free crackers, fresh vegetables, or toasted bread.
- Store leftover dip covered in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Microwaving is optional but makes spreading easier especially if the dip is very cold.
Keywords: vegan horseradish dip, dairy-free pimento cheese, gluten-free appetizer, vegan cheese dip, dairy-free cream cheese dip
