Description
A creamy and crunchy vegetable dip made with cream cheese and fresh veggies that enhances any snack board.
Ingredients
Dairy Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese, softened (Use full fat for the best texture.)
- 1/2 cup Sour cream or Greek yogurt (Substitutes for a lighter texture.)
Seasonings
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Dried dill (Or dried parsley as a substitute.)
- 1/2 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste.)
- 1/4 tsp Black pepper (Adjust to taste.)
Fresh Vegetables
- 1 cup Chopped bell pepper (Provides sweetness and crunch.)
- 1 cup Chopped carrots (Adds a clean bite.)
- 1 cup Chopped celery (Classic crunchy addition.)
- 1/2 cup Chopped green onion (Gives sharp flavor.)
- 1 cup Chopped cucumber (Needs to be de-seeded and patted dry.)
Instructions
Preparation
- Let the cream cheese sit out for about 20 to 30 minutes to soften.
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and sour cream until smooth.
- Stir in garlic powder, onion powder, dill, salt, and pepper.
- Fold in your chopped veggies. Do not overmix.
- Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor without added salt, try smoked paprika or a splash of pickle juice. Store in the refrigerator and consume within 3 days for best taste.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snack
- Cuisine: American