Description
This Veggie Cream Cheese is a creamy, savory spread packed with fresh vegetables. Perfect for bagels, crackers, sandwiches, or as a dip for veggies, this easy-to-make spread is full of flavor and a great way to add some crunch to your meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional for added tang)
- ½ cup finely chopped celery
- ¼ cup finely chopped red bell pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onions (scallions)
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for extra freshness)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream (if using). Stir until smooth and creamy.
- Add the chopped celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley. Mix well until all vegetables are evenly distributed throughout the cream cheese.
- Stir in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Transfer the veggie cream cheese to a serving dish or container and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve with bagels, crackers, as a sandwich spread, or as a dip with fresh vegetables.
Notes
- You can use different vegetables like shredded carrots, cucumbers, or chopped spinach for variation.
- For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes or finely chopped jalapeños.
- This spread can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 90 mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 20mg