Description
This refreshing Cucumber Cream Cheese Spread combines creamy, tangy cream cheese with finely grated cucumber and fresh herbs for a delightful appetizer or snack. Perfect for serving with crackers, bagels, toast, or as a sandwich spread, it’s easy to prepare and chilled to meld the flavors beautifully.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
- 1/2 cup finely grated cucumber (peeled and seeded)
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Drain the cucumber: Place the grated cucumber in a clean kitchen towel or paper towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible to prevent a watery spread.
- Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, mix together the softened cream cheese, drained cucumber, chopped dill, chives, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well blended.
- Chill: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Serve: Enjoy the spread with crackers, bagels, toast, or use as a delicious sandwich spread.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use whipped cream cheese or Greek yogurt cream cheese.
- Add a touch of horseradish or finely minced red onion for an extra bite of flavor.
- The spread keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days when stored in an airtight container.
