Ingredients
Base Dip
•8 oz cream cheese, softened
•1 cup sour cream
•1 cup mayonnaise
•1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
•1 cup pepper jack cheese (optional for heat)
•½ teaspoon garlic powder
•½ teaspoon onion powder
•½ teaspoon paprika
•Salt and black pepper, to taste
Vegetable Mix
•1 cup finely diced bell peppers (red, green, or mixed)
•1 cup diced carrots
•1 cup diced celery
•½ cup corn kernels (optional)
•2 tablespoons chopped parsley or cilantro
Topping
•Extra shredded cheddar cheese
•Crushed tortilla chips (optional)
•Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
1. Prepare the Vegetable Mix
1.Dice the bell peppers, carrots, celery, and corn into small, even pieces.
2.Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
2. Mix the Creamy Base
1.In a large bowl, combine:
•cream cheese
•sour cream
•mayonnaise
2.Whip until smooth and creamy.
3.Add garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4.Stir in shredded cheddar and pepper jack cheese.
3. Add the Vegetables
1.Fold the diced vegetables into the creamy mixture.
2.Add chopped parsley or cilantro.
3.Mix until vegetables are evenly distributed.
4. Chill and Serve
1.Transfer the dip into a serving bowl (as shown in your image).
2.Top with extra shredded cheddar cheese and crushed tortilla chips.
3.Chill for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
Serving
Serve with tortilla chips, pita chips, veggie sticks, crackers, or bread slices. Perfect for parties or as a side for grilled dishes.
This Creamy Vegetable Cheese Dip brings together a rich cheesy base with crisp, colorful vegetables for the perfect flavor and texture combination. Creamy, crunchy, and packed with taste, it’s a versatile dip that fits any occasion — easy to make, easy to serve, and impossible to resist.