Ingredients

1 package (8 ounces) reduced-fat cream cheese 

1 medium carrot, grated or finely chopped 

1 red bell pepper (ribs and seeds removed), finely chopped 

1 scallion, thinly sliced 

2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 

Coarse salt and ground pepper 

Small whole-wheat bagels, split and toasted, for serving 

Preparation

In a medium bowl, stir together cream cheese, carrot, bell pepper, scallion, and parsley; season with salt and pepper. Spread bagel halves with vegetable spread, and serve. (Store remaining spread in an airtight container up to 5 days.)