Veggie Sandwich Spread

Made with reduced fat cream cheese and mayo, this makes a really healthy snack or sandwich.

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Yields: 2 cups

Ingredients

• 3⁄4 cup  finely grated carrot
• 1⁄4 cup  finely chopped celery
• 1⁄4 cup  finely chopped green pepper
• 1⁄4 cup  finely chopped cucumber
• 1⁄4 cup  finely chopped onion
• 1  tablespoon lemon juice
• 8  ounces cream cheese
• 1 1⁄2 tablespoons mayonnaise
•  salt
•  pepper
•  garlic powder

Directions

1. Combine vegetables in a cheesecloth.
2. Squeeze out as much juice as possible.
3. Discard juices.
4. Place vegetables in large bowl.
5. Add seasonings and stir.
6. Add lemon juice, cream cheese and mayonnaise.
7. Stir until thoroughly blended.
8. Serve on bread for sandwiches, or as a spread with crackers.