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Keto Chili Lime Cheese Ball Recipe

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This Keto Chili Lime Cheese Ball is bold, zesty, and low in carbs. Made with cream cheese, cheddar, lime, and a kick of chili, it’s the perfect party snack or keto-friendly side. Great for keto diet dinner ideas, low carb cheeseball recipes, or easy appetizers. It’s quick to prep, keeps well, and fits a range of tastes, from jalapeno popper cheese ball recipes to those who love green onion cheese ball recipes.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz cream cheese, softened

  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded

  • 1 tbsp lime juice (fresh)

  • 1 tsp lime zest

  • 1–2 tsp chili powder (adjust to taste)

  • 1 jalapeno, seeded and diced (optional for heat)

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped (for coating)

  • Optional: 1/4 cup crushed pecans or sunflower seeds for rolling

  • Optional: 2 tbsp finely diced pineapple or green bell pepper for a sweet touch

Instructions

  • In a medium bowl, mix softened cream cheese and shredded cheddar until smooth.

  • Add lime juice, zest, chili powder, garlic powder, jalapeno, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.

  • Fold in chopped green onions (reserve a few for coating if desired).

  • Shape mixture into a ball using your hands or a spoon.

  • On a plate, combine chopped parsley and any extra green onions or crushed nuts/seeds. Roll the cheese ball in the mixture to coat all sides.

  • Wrap the ball in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to firm up.

  • Serve with keto crackers, sliced veggies, or pork rinds.

Notes

  • Swap cheddar with blue cheese for a blue cheese cheddar cheese ball version.

  • Add crushed cooked bacon for more flavor.

  • Great for easy summer meals, keto camping snacks, or thanksgiving keto appetizers.

  • Diced pineapple and green pepper can be added if you’re into cheese ball pineapple green pepper styles.

  • Keeps in the fridge for 4–5 days.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.wellnesswarrior.org/keto-chili-lime-cheese-ball/