Garden Vegetable Spread

 

Garden Vegetable Spread

Ingredients

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ cup finely chopped onion
• ½ cup grated carrot
• ½ cup finely diced zucchini
• ¼ cup finely diced bell pepper
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• ¼ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp Italian seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• 3 tbsp softened cream cheese
• 3 tbsp mayonnaise
• ¼ cup shredded mozzarella
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped

Instructions

1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add onion, carrot, zucchini, and bell pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring often, until softened and most moisture has evaporated.
3. Stir in garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. Transfer vegetables to a mixing bowl.
6. Add cream cheese, mayonnaise, mozzarella, parsley, and lemon juice.
7. Stir until creamy and well combined.
8. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
9. Serve with crackers, toasted bread, fresh vegetables, or sandwiches.