🥐🌈 Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza
📝 Description:
This easy and vibrant Crescent Roll Veggie Pizza is a cold, crunchy, and creamy appetizer made with a flaky crescent roll crust, herby cream cheese spread, and fresh, colorful vegetables. It’s like a savory veggie tart that’s always a hit at gatherings — no one can eat just one piece!
🛒 Ingredients:
Base:
- 2 cans (8 oz each) refrigerated crescent roll dough (or 1 sheet crescent dough sheet)
Creamy Spread:
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup sour cream (or plain Greek yogurt for a healthier twist)
- 1 packet ranch seasoning mix OR
– 1 tsp dried dill
– ½ tsp garlic powder
– ½ tsp onion powder
– Salt and pepper to taste
Toppings:
- ½ cup broccoli florets, finely chopped
- ½ cup carrots, shredded or julienned
- ½ cup cucumber or zucchini, diced
- ½ red bell pepper, finely chopped
- ¼ cup cherry tomatoes, halved (optional)
- 2 tbsp green onions or red onion, thinly sliced
- Optional: shredded cheese, olives, radishes, or fresh herbs
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Preheat Oven to 375°F (190°C).
Lightly grease or line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. - Prepare the Crust:
Unroll the crescent dough and press it into the baking sheet, pinching seams together to form a solid crust.
Bake for 10–12 minutes until lightly golden.
Let it cool completely. - Make the Spread:
In a bowl, mix cream cheese, sour cream, and ranch seasoning (or homemade mix). Blend until smooth. - Assemble the Pizza:
Spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the cooled crust.
Sprinkle with all your chopped veggies and toppings. Press gently so they stick. - Chill (Optional but Recommended):
Refrigerate for 30–60 minutes before slicing for best texture and flavor. - Cut and Serve:
Cut into squares or triangles. Serve cold and enjoy!
🍽️ Servings:
Makes 12–16 appetizer servings (depending on how you cut it)
📌 Notes & Tips:
- Make Ahead: Prepare up to 8 hours ahead; store covered in the fridge.
- Kid-Friendly: Let kids help decorate with veggies like a pizza!
- Veggie Options: Use whatever fresh veggies you love — radishes, corn, spinach, or even roasted veggies.
- Seasoning Tip: Taste and adjust the creamy spread seasoning before assembling.
🥗 Nutritional Info (per square, approx 1/16th of pan):
Estimates based on standard ingredients
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 210mg
💪 Health Benefits:
- Veggie-packed: Offers a variety of antioxidants and fiber from fresh vegetables.
- Can be made lighter: Sub in Greek yogurt, low-fat cream cheese, or whole wheat crescent dough.
- Versatile: A creative way to eat more raw veggies, even for picky eaters!
❓ Q&A:
Q: Can I use puff pastry or pizza dough instead?
A: Yes! Puff pastry will be flakier, while pizza dough offers a chewier base. Adjust baking times accordingly.
Q: Can I make this gluten-free?
A: Use gluten-free crescent dough (available in some stores) and ensure your seasoning mix is GF-friendly.
Q: How long does it keep?
A: Best enjoyed within 24 hours. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Q: Can I make it vegan?
A: Yes! Use vegan crescent rolls, plant-based cream cheese and sour cream, and skip or sub cheese.