Crudits with Vodka Lemon Cream Cheese
Elevate your appetizer game with a flavorful twist on a classic veggie platter—introducing Crudités with Vodka Lemon Cream Cheese! This unique dip combines velvety cream cheese and sour cream with a splash of vodka for a subtle kick, brightened by the zest and juice of fresh lemon. Aromatic dill and a touch of garlic powder round out the vibrant flavors, making it the perfect creamy companion for an array of fresh, crisp vegetables like carrots, celery, cucumbers, and bell peppers. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy yet sophisticated dish is ideal for parties, brunches, or casual gatherings. Pair it with your favorite cocktail for a refreshing snack that’s as indulgent as it is light.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz Cream cheese
- 2 tbsp Sour cream
- 1 tbsp Vodka
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.25 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.25 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Carrots, cut into sticks
- 1 cup Celery, cut into sticks
- 1 cup Cucumber, sliced into rounds
- 1 cup Radishes, halved or quartered
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Bell peppers, cut into strips
Directions
Step 1
In a medium mixing bowl, add the cream cheese and sour cream. Use a hand mixer or a spatula to blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Stir in the vodka, lemon zest, lemon juice, and finely chopped fresh dill. Mix until fully incorporated.
Step 3
Add the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Taste the mixture and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
Step 4
Transfer the vodka lemon cream cheese dip into a serving bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Step 5
Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables. Wash and dry the carrots, celery, cucumber, radishes, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers. Cut them into sticks, rounds, wedges, or other bite-sized pieces suitable for dipping.
Step 6
Arrange the fresh vegetables on a platter around the chilled vodka lemon cream cheese dip.
Step 7
Serve immediately, and enjoy this light, zesty appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1548.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1172.4 |
| Total Fat 85.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 49.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g | |
| Cholesterol 241.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1780.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 45.3g | |
| Protein 25.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 563.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3312.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories