Vegetable Bar Or Pizza
A colorful vegetable pizza with a creamy cheese base, fresh vegetables, and a crispy crescent roll crust, perfect for casual gatherings and veggie lovers.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Mix together the cream cheese, mayonnaise, and Hidden Valley original salad mix and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Place crescent rolls onto a cookie sheet and press together with edges up to form a crust.
- Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown.
- Let the baked crust cool completely.
- Spread the chilled cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
- Layer with shredded carrots, chopped peppers, cauliflower, chopped broccoli, and chopped tomatoes.
- Sprinkle the top with shredded sharp Cheddar cheese.
- Slice and serve.
Tips & Substitutions
For a lighter version, consider using Greek yogurt instead of mayonnaise in the cream cheese mixture. You can also substitute any vegetables you have on hand, such as zucchini or spinach, for the ones listed. If you're short on time, pre-made pizza dough can work as a quick alternative to crescent rolls.
Serving Suggestions
This Vegetable Bar is perfect for parties and pairs beautifully with Lemon Party Pie for dessert. Serve it alongside a fresh garden salad or some crispy vegetable sticks for a complete meal. It's also a great appetizer for gatherings or potlucks, and can be cut into bite-sized pieces for easy serving.
Storage & Reheating
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. If you need to reheat, place individual slices in the microwave for about 20-30 seconds or until warmed through. Avoid reheating the entire dish in the oven, as it may become soggy.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Vegetable Bar Or Pizza contains roughly 466 calories, with 13g protein, 26g carbohydrates, and 36g fat. It is an excellent source of vitamin A (113% of the Daily Value), vitamin C (62% of the Daily Value), and dietary fiber (27% of the Daily Value), and a good source of potassium and iron. Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 658mg per serving (29% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this recipe ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the cream cheese mixture and bake the crust a day in advance. Just store the cheese mixture in the fridge and assemble the bar just before serving to keep the crust crispy.
What can I use instead of Hidden Valley salad mix?
If you don’t have Hidden Valley salad mix, you can create your own flavor by mixing dried herbs like dill, parsley, and onion powder into the cream cheese and mayonnaise mixture for a similar taste.
Is this dish suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this Vegetable Bar is a vegetarian recipe as it contains no meat products. It's a great option for vegetarians and can easily be adapted to include your favorite vegetables.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).