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Spring Spread

Photo of the prepared recipe

Photo of the prepared recipe

Photo attribution: Anna Ng

Ready In: 10 minutes

Serves: 4

Gluten-free

Low Added Sugar

Vegetarian

Low Sodium

A tasty dip for veggies or a fun spread on crackers or bagels

What you'll need

Cutting board

Sharp knife

Grater

Large bowl

Spatula or spoon

Measuring spoons

Ingredients

Serves 4

4 ounces Cream Cheese low-fat, whipped or softened

¹/₂ Carrot grated

¹/₂ Red Bell Pepper finely diced

2 Green Onions finely diced

1 tablespoon Fresh Herbs chopped

1 teaspoon Lemon Juice or 1 teaspoon Lime Juice

Video Directions

Directions

1.

Step 1 picture

Step 1 picture

Mix all ingredients in a bowl and stir with a rubber spatula until creamy.

2.

Step 2 picture

Step 2 picture

Spread on whole grain crackers and enjoy!

Chef's Tips

This is a great way to use up leftover herbs (such as dill, thyme, oregano, basil) and vegetables.
You can also spread this on a whole grain flour tortilla, roll up, then slice for mini pinwheel sandwiches.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size 2.00 tbsp

Serving Per Container 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 61
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4 g		5%
	Saturated Fat 3 g	15%
Sodium 106 mg		5%
Total Carbohydrate 3 g		1%
	Dietary Fiber <1 g	1%
Protein 2 g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:

Publication: Food Smarts Recipe Booklet

Cooking Environment: Limited Kitchen, 20 minutes or less, No-cook

Source: Leah's Pantry
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