Save to Pinterest A festive and colorful platter of fresh vegetables arranged as ornament dippers, perfect for holiday gatherings and healthy snacking.
This platter is always a hit at our family holiday parties and makes snacking fun for everyone.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large red bell pepper, 1 large yellow bell pepper, 1 large cucumber, 2 large carrots, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 small head broccoli, 1 small head cauliflower, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 8 thin celery stalks
- Garnishes & Ornament Hooks: 8 pretzel sticks or thin breadsticks, 3 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped, 2 tbsp sesame seeds, 1 tbsp poppy seeds, 2 tbsp pomegranate seeds
- Dips: 1 cup hummus, 1 cup ranch dressing (or Greek yogurt dip)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Slice bell peppers into thick rounds remove seeds Cut cucumber into thick slices Peel carrots and cut into 1/2-inch rounds.
- Step 3:
- Use a small round cookie cutter (about 2 inches) to cut ornament shapes from the bell peppers cucumber and carrot rounds.
- Step 4:
- Leave cherry tomatoes whole Break broccoli and cauliflower into bite-sized florets.
- Step 5:
- Thread each ornament-shaped vegetable onto a pretzel stick or breadstick to act as the hanger For smaller veggies like tomatoes or snap peas skewer them onto the stick.
- Step 6:
- Arrange vegetables on a large platter in clusters resembling a tray of colorful ornaments.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle parsley sesame seeds poppy seeds and pomegranate seeds over the ornaments for extra color and texture.
- Step 8:
- Serve with hummus and ranch (or yogurt) dip on the side.
Save to Pinterest Our family loves the bright colors and the interactive nature of making these festive vegetable ornaments together.
Required Tools
Sharp knife Cutting board Small round cookie cutter (optional) Large platter Bowls for dip
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (pretzel sticks breadsticks) substitute with gluten-free options if needed Ranch dressing may contain dairy and egg Hummus contains sesame (tahini) Double-check dip ingredients and pretzel breadstick labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 Total Fat 3 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 3 g
Save to Pinterest This healthy and fun recipe brings a festive touch to any gathering with minimal effort.
Common Recipe Questions
- → How do I shape the vegetables like ornaments?
Use a small round cookie cutter to cut thick slices of bell peppers, cucumbers, and carrots into round ornament shapes suitable for skewering.
- → What vegetables work best for these dippers?
Bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, cherry tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, snap peas, and celery make ideal choices for vibrant colors and varied textures.
- → Can I make this platter gluten-free?
Yes, substitute pretzel sticks or breadsticks with gluten-free alternatives to ensure the platter remains gluten-free.
- → What dips pair well with the vegetable dippers?
Creamy options like hummus or ranch dressing complement the fresh vegetables and enhance their flavors.
- → How can I add extra festive touches?
Sprinkle garnishes such as fresh parsley, sesame seeds, poppy seeds, and pomegranate seeds over the vegetables for added color and texture.