Cream Cheese Pickles Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• 400g Cream Cheese
• 500g Pickles (Cucumber, carrot, or any other type)
• 100g Red Onion
• 50g Fresh Basil leaves
• 2 tbsp. Salt
• 2 tbsp. Black pepper
• 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Juice of 1 lemon

Preparation Time:

• Preparation Time: 30 minutes
• Cooking Time: 15 minutes

Difficulty Level:

Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Slice the pickles into small pieces and arrange them in a bowl.
2. Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with pickles.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the cream cheese, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until smooth.
4. Add the fresh basil leaves and stir into the cream cheese mixture.
5. Pour the cream cheese mixture over the pickles and onion, and mix gently.
6. Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the top and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 servings total)

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Fat: 28g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Protein: 8g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a unique combination of flavors, with the tangy pickles and creamy cheese creating a delightful contrast.
• The fresh basil and lemon juice provide a fresh and citrusy taste that is typical of American cuisine.
• It's a great appetizer or side dish for any gathering.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was spot on."
2. "I love the way the pickles and cream cheese come together in this dish."
3. "Such a refreshing appetizer, perfect for summer."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Make sure to use fresh ingredients to ensure the best flavor and texture.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
• If you can't find fresh basil, you can use dried basil instead, but the flavor may not be as fresh.