Here’s a fresh, savoury cream cheese spread with vegetables and herbs — perfect for bread, crackers, wraps, or sandwiches 🥒🌿
Cream Cheese Spread with Vegetables & Herbs
Prep time: 10 minutes
Keeps: 3–4 days refrigerated
Ingredients
- 250 g (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
- 2–3 tbsp Greek yogurt or sour cream (for spreadability)
- ¼ cup finely chopped cucumber (seeds removed)
- ¼ cup finely chopped red capsicum / bell pepper
- 2 tbsp finely chopped spring onion or red onion
- 1 tbsp grated carrot (optional)
- 1–2 tbsp fresh herbs, finely chopped
- Dill, parsley, chives, or a mix
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix cream cheese and yogurt until smooth.
- Stir in vegetables, herbs, and lemon juice.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Chill 15–30 minutes for best flavour.
Variations
- Garlic & Herb: Add 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- Mediterranean: Add olives + sun-dried tomatoes
- Spicy: Add a pinch of chili flakes or smoked paprika
- Roasted Veg: Use roasted capsicum or zucchini for deeper flavour
Serving Ideas
- Spread on Turkish bread or bagels
- Dollop onto baked potatoes
- Use in wraps or sandwiches
- Serve as a dip with crackers or veggie sticks
If you want, I can tailor it to be extra light, vegan, or kid-friendly 😊
