When you need a quick and crowd-pleasing appetizer, this garden vegetable spread is the answer. Smooth, creamy cream cheese is blended with crisp, finely chopped vegetables and a touch of savory seasoning, creating a light yet flavorful dip or spread. It’s perfect with crackers, crusty bread, or even fresh veggie sticks, making it a versatile favorite for parties, holidays, or everyday snacking.
Garden Vegetable Spread
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cream cheese, room temperature | 2 (8 oz) packages |
| Carrots, chopped | ¼ cup |
| Celery, chopped | ½ cup |
| Green onions, chopped | 2 |
| Salt | ½ teaspoon |
| Garlic powder | ½ teaspoon |
| Onion powder | ¼ teaspoon |
How To Make Garden Vegetable Spread:
Chop Vegetables:
Place carrots, celery, and green onions into a food processor. Pulse until finely chopped but still slightly textured—avoid over-processing into a paste.
Mix the Spread:
In a medium bowl, combine softened cream cheese with the chopped vegetables, salt, garlic powder, and onion powder. Stir until smooth and evenly mixed.
Chill & Serve:
Transfer the spread to a jar or airtight container and refrigerate for 1–2 hours before serving to let the flavors blend. Keep refrigerated and enjoy within 7–10 days.
This refreshing garden vegetable spread is creamy, flavorful, and guaranteed to be the first thing to disappear from your appetizer table!