Description

This Veggie Cream Cheese is a delicious and creamy spread perfect for bagels, crackers, sandwiches, or as a veggie dip. Made with softened cream cheese mixed with fresh celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley, it is flavored with garlic and onion powder along with optional tangy sour cream or Greek yogurt for added freshness. The recipe is easy to prepare and requires no cooking, making it a quick and tasty addition to your snack or breakfast menu.

Ingredients

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Base

8 oz cream cheese, softened
1 tablespoon sour cream or Greek yogurt (optional for added tang)

Vegetables

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

Seasonings

1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon lemon juice (optional, for extra freshness)

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Instructions

Mix Cream Cheese Base: In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese and sour cream or Greek yogurt if using. Stir thoroughly until a smooth and creamy consistency is achieved.
Add Vegetables: Incorporate the finely chopped celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and parsley into the cream cheese mixture. Mix well to ensure all vegetables are evenly distributed.
Season: Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice if using. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning according to your preference for a balanced flavor profile.
Chill: Transfer the veggie cream cheese to a serving dish or container. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together and the spread to firm up slightly.
Serve: Enjoy chilled as a spread on bagels, crackers, sandwiches, or use as a dip with fresh vegetable sticks for a delightful snack.

Notes

For a tangier flavor, use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream or omit it entirely if you prefer.
Adjust vegetables to your liking; carrots or cucumbers can be a great addition.
To make it vegan, substitute cream cheese with a plant-based alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Letting the spread chill improves the melding of flavors and texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dip, Spread
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American