Experience the revitalizing crunch of a garden harvest swirled into a velvety, cloud-like cream cheese base. This masterpiece offers a vibrant symphony of savory herbs and finely minced vegetables, providing a luxurious mouthfeel that elevates your morning bagel from ordinary to artisanal.
🛒 The Pantry & Stats 🧂
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cook Time: 0 mins | Servings: 12
16 oz Full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature
1/4 cup Finely minced carrots
1/4 cup Finely diced red bell pepper
2 tbsp Fresh chives, minced
2 tbsp Green onions, thinly sliced
1 tsp Garlic powder
1/2 tsp Onion powder
1/4 tsp Sea salt
1/8 tsp Freshly cracked black pepper
🥣 The Method
🌿 Begin by whipping your softened cream cheese in a medium bowl until it reaches a silky, aerated consistency. Using a hand mixer on medium speed for about two minutes is the Chef’s Tip for achieving that professional, spreadable texture that won't tear your bread.
🥕 Gently fold in the minced carrots, bell peppers, chives, and green onions using a rubber spatula. Ensuring your vegetables are finely minced is the key to a balanced bite; you want a uniform distribution of color and crunch throughout the entire batch.
✨ Sprinkle in the garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Continue to fold the mixture until the seasonings are fully incorporated and the spread looks like a vibrant confetti of garden freshness.
🧊 Transfer the spread to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour before serving. Chef’s Tip: This resting period allows the dried spices to rehydrate and the fresh vegetable juices to meld with the cream cheese, significantly deepening the overall flavor profile.
How long does this stay fresh in the fridge? 🥕 Store in an airtight container for up to 5–7 days; the flavors actually improve after the first 24 hours.
Can I use low-fat cream cheese? 🥕 Yes, though the texture will be slightly less rich and may release a bit more moisture over time.
What is the best way to serve this? 🥕 Beyond toasted bagels, try it as a decadent stuffing for celery stalks or a creamy base for veggie wraps.
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