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Spinach Pepper Carrot Crescent Squares

Irresistibly Cheesy Spinach Pepper Carrot Crescent Squares

Make tasty Spinach Pepper Carrot Crescent Squares in under 40 minutes; a delightful vegetarian snack your family will love.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 squares
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegetarian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese Neufchâtel can lighten the dish
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1 cup Red Bell Pepper Feel free to swap with any color bell pepper
  • 1 cup Carrots Grated carrots can offer a finer texture
  • 10 oz Frozen Chopped Spinach Fresh spinach is great too, ensure excess moisture is removed
  • 8 oz Water Chestnuts Chopped celery can be used as an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Mozzarella or cheddar work if you prefer a different flavor
For the Dough
  • 1 pack Crescent Roll Dough Puff pastry can enhance flakiness if you prefer
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Chives can replace them for a twist

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • parchment paper
  • rolling pin
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare your workspace and gather all necessary ingredients and equipment.
  2. In a large skillet over medium heat, sauté the frozen chopped spinach until it’s fully thawed and excess moisture has evaporated, about 3-5 minutes. Add in the diced red bell pepper, grated carrots, and sliced green onions to the skillet, cooking until the vegetables are tender, roughly another 5 minutes. Combine the mixture with cream cheese, mayonnaise, chopped water chestnuts, and Parmesan in a mixing bowl, stirring until well blended.
  3. On a clean, floured surface or directly on your baking sheet, unroll the crescent roll dough. Using a rolling pin, flatten the dough to form a large rectangle.
  4. Spread the creamy filling mixture evenly over the rolled-out dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Cut the dough into squares or rectangles of your desired size.
  5. Transfer the squares to the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and flaky.
  6. Once baked, remove the squares from the oven and allow them to cool for about 5-10 minutes. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1squareCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure spinach is well-drained to prevent soggy dough. Bake on the middle rack for even heat distribution.

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