Cream Cheese Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Cream Cheese Salad is a refreshing and creamy delight that effortlessly balances rich, tangy flavors with crisp textures, making it the ultimate side dish or appetizer. This no-cook recipe combines whipped cream cheese with sour cream, mayonnaise, and a splash of lemon juice to create a luscious dressing that perfectly coats a medley of fresh vegetables like diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and red bell pepper. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, salt, and pepper, this salad is vibrant, flavorful, and ready in just 20 minutes! Perfect for serving with crackers or toasted bread, it’s a crowd-pleaser for potlucks, picnics, or light lunches. Try this easy Cream Cheese Salad to add a touch of creamy indulgence to any meal!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 20 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 20 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 medium, diced cucumber
• 1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 small, finely chopped red onion
• 1 small, diced red bell pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• crackers or toasted bread (optional, for serving)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, soften the cream cheese by allowing it to sit at room temperature for 15 minutes, or microwave it for 15-20 seconds to make it easier to work with.

2. Using a handheld or stand mixer, whip the softened cream cheese until smooth and creamy.

3. Add the sour cream, mayonnaise, and lemon juice. Mix well until the dressing is smooth and fully combined.

4. Gently fold in the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, and diced red bell pepper. Mix until the vegetables are evenly coated in the cream cheese dressing.

5. Sprinkle in the fresh parsley, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to distribute the seasoning evenly throughout the salad.

6. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to your liking.

7. Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 15-20 minutes to chill and allow the flavors to meld together.

8. Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or with crackers or toasted bread for a light appetizer. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (216.1g)

Calories		418
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		38.0 g	49%
	Saturated Fat	17.3 g	86%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		83 mg	28%
Sodium		600 mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate		15.3 g	6%
	Dietary Fiber	1.5 g	5%
	Total Sugars	7.6 g
Protein		6.3 g	13%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		116 mg	9%
Iron		0.9 mg	5%
Potassium		271 mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1371 cal (80.0%%)

Protein: 98 cal (5.8%%)

Carbs: 244 cal (14.3%%)