Description
This veggie cream cheese is a creamy, flavorful spread packed with fresh, crunchy vegetables. Perfect for bagels, crackers, or as a dip, it's an easy, versatile, and colorful way to enjoy more veggies.
Ingredients
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 cup broccoli, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/4 cup carrot, shredded
- 2 tablespoons green onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Soften the cream cheese at room temperature for easier mixing.
- Finely chop the broccoli, red bell pepper, green onion, and shred the carrot.
- In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese with the chopped vegetables.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Mix everything together until well combined and creamy.
- Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to blend.
Notes
- Add a dash of hot sauce or cayenne for heat.
- Try cucumbers or radishes for added crunch.
- Use vegan cream cheese for a dairy-free version.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Stir before serving; do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tablespoons
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
