Heart-Healthy Cream Cheese Sauce

Elevate your meals with this creamy yet guilt-free Heart-Healthy Cream Cheese Sauce, a nutritious twist on a classic favorite. Made with low-fat cream cheese, skim milk, and a touch of heart-smart olive oil, this velvety sauce is bursting with flavor thanks to aromatic garlic powder, onion powder, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. Freshly chopped parsley adds a bright, herbal finish to this quick, 20-minute recipe, perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it as a luscious topping for whole-grain pasta, a dip for steamed veggies, or a light drizzle over grilled proteins for a wholesome and versatile dining experience. Indulge without compromise and enjoy a creamy sauce that’s as good for your heart as it is for your taste buds!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Low-fat cream cheese
• 1 cup Skim milk
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan, combine the low-fat cream cheese and skim milk over medium heat.

Step 2

Stir constantly until the cream cheese is fully melted and the mixture is smooth and creamy. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Whisk in the olive oil, ensuring it is fully incorporated into the sauce.

Step 4

Add the garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Stir continuously to blend the flavors evenly.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if necessary.

Step 8

Serve warm over your favorite whole-grain pasta or use as a dip for vegetables. Enjoy your heart-healthy delight!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	530.4 grams (530.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	928

Total Fat 68.90g	88%
Saturated Fat 28.80g	144%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 88mg	29%
Sodium 2261mg	98%
Total Carbohydrate 34.20g	12%
Dietary Fiber 1.10g	4%
Total Sugars 21.00g
Protein 25.70g	51%

Vitamin D 107IU	537%
Calcium 681mg	52%
Iron 2mg	10%
Potassium 954mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.1%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 15.9%