Vegetable Bars

Brighten up your snack table with these irresistible Vegetable Bars—a savory, colorful appetizer perfect for any occasion. Featuring a buttery, golden crust and a creamy blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder, these bars are topped with a vibrant medley of fresh broccoli, red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and green onions. The addition of shredded cheddar cheese ties everything together with a rich, satisfying bite. Easy to prepare in under an hour and served chilled, these bars are a delightful make-ahead option for potlucks, parties, or a refreshing snack. Packed with flavor, texture, and wholesome veggies, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into a crowd-pleasing favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• 0.5 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 cup broccoli florets
• 0.5 cup diced red bell pepper
• 0.5 cup shredded carrot
• 0.25 cup green onions, thinly sliced
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish and set it aside.

Step 2

In a medium mixing bowl, prepare the crust by combining the all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and salt until the mixture is crumbly. Press it evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.

Step 3

Bake the crust for 12-15 minutes, or until it's lightly golden. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Step 4

While the crust cools, prepare the topping. In a large bowl, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic powder until smooth and creamy.

Step 5

Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.

Step 6

Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly over the cream cheese layer.

Step 7

Top with an even layer of chopped broccoli, diced red bell pepper, shredded carrot, and green onions. Lightly press the vegetables into the cheese layer to help them stick.

Step 8

Sprinkle black pepper over the top for extra flavor.

Step 9

Chill the bars in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.

Step 10

Cut into 12 squares or bars, serve chilled, and enjoy these vibrant vegetable treats!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2396.1

Total Fat 186.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 113.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 531.6mg	0%
Sodium 2188.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 133.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.7g	0%
Total Sugars 23.6g
Protein 64.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1307.5mg	0%
Iron 7.8mg	0%
Potassium 864.2mg	0%

*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: 68.0%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 21.6%