Festive Appetizer Spread
Get your party started with this vibrant and crowd-pleasing Festive Appetizer Spread! Perfect for gatherings and special occasions, this easy no-cook recipe combines a creamy, herb-infused dip made from cream cheese, sour cream, and fresh dill, surrounded by an eye-catching assortment of fresh veggies, savory olives, roasted red peppers, and crispy crackers. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can create a colorful and delicious platter that offers something for everyone. Garnished with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and optional parsley, this recipe is as visually stunning as it is flavorful, making it the ultimate appetizer for holidays, potlucks, or any party.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Sour cream
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 2 tbsp Chopped fresh dill
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 cup Baby carrots
- 2 cups Assorted crackers
- 0.5 cup Pitted Kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup Roasted red peppers (jarred)
- 2 tbsp Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, garlic powder, and chopped dill. Mix until smooth and well combined. Transfer the mixture to a small bowl and place it in the center of your serving platter.
Wash and pat dry the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and baby carrots. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds.
Arrange the cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and baby carrots in separate sections around the serving platter.
Place the assorted crackers in another section of the platter, ensuring easy access for guests.
Drain the Kalamata olives and roasted red peppers. Chop the roasted red peppers into small strips. Arrange the olives and peppers in small piles or bowls on the platter.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the dip and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Serve immediately or cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
487 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.8 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 914 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.4 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.7 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 108 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| 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.
