Description
This Veggie Pizza Dip is a fun, flavorful appetizer that combines all the best parts of a veggie pizza into a creamy, dipable version. Layered with a savory cream cheese base, fresh veggies, mozzarella, and Italian seasonings, this dip is perfect for parties, game days, or any casual get-together. Serve with crackers, bread, or veggies for a crowd-pleasing treat!
Ingredients
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For the Base:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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½ cup sour cream
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1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
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1 tbsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp mayonnaise (optional, for extra creaminess)
For the Topping:
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1 cup chopped bell peppers (red, green, yellow, or a mix)
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1 cup chopped tomatoes, seeds removed
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½ cup red onion, finely diced
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1 cup sliced black olives
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½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese (for topping)
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Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)
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Instructions
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Prepare the dip base:
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, sour cream, mozzarella cheese, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, and mayonnaise (if using). Mix until smooth and well combined. Spread the mixture into an even layer at the bottom of a baking dish or shallow serving dish. -
Prepare the veggies:
Chop your bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, and slice the black olives. Pat the vegetables dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture, especially from the tomatoes. -
Layer the veggies on top:
Evenly distribute the chopped vegetables (bell peppers, tomatoes, red onion, and black olives) over the cream cheese base. Make sure each topping is evenly spread out. -
Add the mozzarella topping:
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella cheese over the top of the veggies, covering the entire surface. -
Chill the dip:
Refrigerate the veggie pizza dip for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dip to firm up slightly. -
Serve:
Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a touch of color and freshness. Serve the dip chilled with your choice of crackers, bread, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks like carrots, cucumber, and celery.
Notes
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You can use any combination of veggies you like. Try adding cucumbers, spinach, or artichoke hearts for variation.
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For a spicy kick, add some finely chopped jalapeños or drizzle with a bit of hot sauce.
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If you prefer a warm dip, you can bake the dip at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
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For a lighter version, you can substitute Greek yogurt for the sour cream and use low-fat cream cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/8 of the recipe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 270
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 35mg