Baked Veggie Dip

Creamy, cheesy, and bursting with vibrant garden flavors, this Baked Veggie Dip is the ultimate crowd-pleaser for any gathering. Made with a luscious blend of cream cheese, sour cream, and three types of shredded cheese, this oven-baked appetizer is elevated by sautéed red bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and fresh spinach for an irresistible mix of texture and taste. Seasoned with garlic, olive oil, and a hint of paprika, this bubbling-hot dip comes together in just 40 minutes and pairs perfectly with crackers, pita chips, or fresh veggie sticks. Whether you're hosting a party or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make vegetable dip recipe is guaranteed to impress. Keywords: baked veggie dip, cheesy vegetable appetizer, warm dip recipe, easy party food, crowd-pleasing appetizer.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 oz cream cheese
• 1 cup sour cream
• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 red bell pepper, diced
• 0.5 cup zucchini, diced
• 0.25 cup carrot, grated
• 1 cup fresh spinach, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 tsp paprika (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a medium-sized baking dish or casserole dish with a light coating of olive oil.

Step 2

In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese, sour cream, shredded mozzarella, shredded cheddar, and Parmesan cheese until well combined. Set aside.

Step 3

In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, diced red bell pepper, diced zucchini, and grated carrot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Add the chopped spinach to the skillet and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until wilted. Remove the skillet from the heat.

Step 5

Gently fold the cooked vegetable mixture into the cheese mixture. Season with salt and black pepper, stirring until evenly combined.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly. If desired, sprinkle paprika over the top for added color and flavor.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the dip is bubbly and golden on top.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the dip rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm with crackers, pita chips, or fresh vegetable sticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1047.9 grams (1047.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2362

Total Fat 205.50g	263%
Saturated Fat 121.10g	606%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.70g
Cholesterol 565mg	188%
Sodium 3983mg	173%
Total Carbohydrate 55.20g	20%
Dietary Fiber 6.60g	24%
Total Sugars 32.60g
Protein 91.20g	182%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 2483mg	191%
Iron 3mg	18%
Potassium 1360mg	29%

*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: 76.0%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 9.1%