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Mini 'Carrot' Peppers

Mini 'Carrot' Peppers: A Fun & Easy Cream Cheese Appetizer

Mini 'Carrot' Peppers are adorable, make-ahead appetizers perfect for any gathering, stuffed with a creamy herb filling.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Appetizers
Calories: 100

Ingredients
  

For the Peppers
  • 10-12 pieces Mini Bell Peppers (Orange) These sweet little guys provide a fun carrot appearance.
For the Filling
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Softened; substitute vegan cream cheese for dairy-free.
  • 3 tbsp Sour Cream Adds tangy flavor and keeps the filling moist.
  • 1 unit Chopped Scallion Introduces a mild onion flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Dill Chopped; unique aromatic flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Fresh Parsley Chopped; adds pop of color.
  • tsp Salt Enhances all flavors.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • cutting board
  • Knife
  • Spoon
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash mini bell peppers under cold water, then slice each pepper lengthwise to create halves.
  2. Gently remove seeds and white ribs from each pepper half for cleaner presentation.
  3. Combine cream cheese and sour cream in a mixing bowl. Add chopped scallion, dill, parsley, and salt. Mix until creamy.
  4. Fill each pepper half with the herb cream cheese mixture, ensuring a neat and vibrant appearance.
  5. Insert small dill fronds into the tops of each filled pepper to resemble carrot greens.
  6. Place the finished peppers on a serving platter and cover them with plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These appetizers can be prepared a day in advance, making them an excellent choice for stress-free entertaining.

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