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Cucumber Cream Cheese Spread


  • Author: Isabella
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes (including chilling)
  • Yield: Makes about 1 cup
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Cucumber Cream Cheese Spread is a light, creamy appetizer that combines fresh cucumber, zesty red onion, and aromatic dill. Perfect for parties, picnics, or as a tasty dip, this versatile spread is easy to make and will delight your guests. Serve it with crackers, in sandwiches, or as a refreshing vegetable dip for a delicious addition to any meal.


Ingredients

8 oz cream cheese, softened

1/2 cup cucumber, finely chopped

1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped

1 tablespoon lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened cream cheese, finely chopped cucumber, red onion, fresh dill, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
  2. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust ingredients for a more personalized flavor if desired.
  3. Refrigerate the spread for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
  4. Serve chilled with crackers, on sandwiches, or as a dip for vegetables.

Notes

Feel free to customize the spread by adding minced garlic or other herbs to suit your taste.

For a dairy-free version, substitute the cream cheese with a dairy-free alternative.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Makes about 1 cup
  • Calories: 80 kcal per serving

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