Garden Vegetable Spread
Sometimes the most unassuming dishes steal the show, and this Homemade Garden Vegetable Spread proves it. Crisp, fresh vegetables folded into smooth, tangy cream cheese—it’s a match made in kitchen heaven. Put it out with bagels or brunch bites, and suddenly your table looks like you’ve gone all out. The best part? It takes just a few minutes and a short list of ingredients to whip up, yet feels like something extra special. Talk about effortless hosting!
What makes this spread shine is the balance of veggies inside. Carrots lend a gentle sweetness, celery brings that refreshing crunch, and green onion adds a pop of zingy flavor. A quick whirl in the food processor ensures the veggies are chopped just right, so every creamy bite is dotted with color and texture. Finish with a light touch of salt, garlic powder, and onion powder to round it all out simple, bright, and downright delicious.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Chill Time: 2 hrs | Total Time: 2 hrs 15 mins
- Servings: Serves 8
Ingredients:
- 8 ounces Cream Cheese - Softened and cut into chunks
- ½ Cup Diced Carrots - 1-2 depending on size
- ½ Cup Diced Celery - 2-3 depending on size
- ¼ Cup Diced Red Onion - About ¼ of an onion
- ¼ Cup Parsley Leaves Packed
- ½ teaspoon Sea Salt - Add more as needed
- ½ teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ teaspoon Onion Powder
Instructions:
- About 30 minutes before making, take out the cream cheese and allow it to slightly soften.
- Start off by dicing the carrots, celery, parsley and red onion and place in a food processor.
- Pulse until the veggies are minced into fine pieces.
- Add in the cream cheese chunks, salt, onion powder and garlic powder.
- Continue to pulse until the cream cheese is fully incorporated. Taste and add more salt if needed.
- Transfer to a bowl, cover and chill in the refrigerator for 2 hours before serving.
ENJOY!!