Save It A vibrant platter of fresh colorful vegetables served with a trio of delicious homemade dips Perfect as a healthy appetizer or party snack
I enjoy preparing this colorful vegetable platter as it brings brightness and freshness to any gathering
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 cup cherry tomatoes (red), 1 cup orange bell pepper sliced, 1 cup yellow bell pepper sliced, 1 cup cucumber sliced, 1 cup carrot sticks, 1 cup purple cauliflower florets, 1 cup sugar snap peas
- Herb Yogurt Dip: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tbsp fresh chives finely chopped, 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1 tbsp lemon juice, Salt and black pepper to taste
- Beet Hummus: 1 cup cooked chickpeas, 1 small cooked beet peeled and chopped, 2 tbsp tahini, 1 clove garlic, 1½ tbsp lemon juice, 1½ tbsp olive oil, Salt to taste
- Avocado Lime Dip: 2 ripe avocados, 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, 2 tbsp lime juice, 1 small garlic clove minced, 1 tbsp Greek yogurt, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all vegetables Arrange in sections on a large platter creating a rainbow effect with the different colors
- Step 2:
- For the Herb Yogurt Dip In a small bowl combine Greek yogurt chives parsley lemon zest and lemon juice Season with salt and pepper Mix well cover and refrigerate until ready to serve
- Step 3:
- For the Beet Hummus In a food processor blend chickpeas cooked beet tahini garlic lemon juice and olive oil until smooth Add salt to taste Transfer to a serving bowl
- Step 4:
- For the Avocado Lime Dip Mash avocados in a bowl then mix in cilantro lime juice garlic Greek yogurt salt and pepper until creamy
- Step 5:
- Serve the vegetable platter with the three dips in small bowls on the side
Save It This recipe always brings my family together especially when we gather to snack and chat over the colorful platter
Notes
All dips can be made a few hours in advance and refrigerated Serve with pita chips or crackers for added variety
Required Tools
Vegetable knife Cutting board Mixing bowls Food processor or blender Serving platter
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt) and sesame (tahini) May contain traces of gluten or nuts if store-bought dips or add-ons are used&check all labels carefully
Save It A perfect healthy snack that is both visually appealing and flavorful making it great for any occasion
Common Questions About Recipes
- → What vegetables work best for this platter?
Choose fresh, colorful vegetables like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, carrots, cauliflower, and sugar snap peas to create an appealing rainbow effect.
- → Can the dips be prepared in advance?
Yes, all dips can be made a few hours ahead and refrigerated to enhance flavors and save time before serving.
- → How should the vegetables be arranged?
Arrange the vegetables in sections by color on a large platter to create a visually striking rainbow presentation.
- → What tools are needed for preparation?
A sharp vegetable knife, cutting board, mixing bowls, a food processor or blender, and a serving platter are essential for easy preparation.
- → Are these dips suitable for vegetarian diets?
Yes, the dips use ingredients like Greek yogurt, chickpeas, beets, and avocado, fitting well within vegetarian guidelines.
- → Can the dips be customized with extra flavors?
Absolutely, adding spices like cayenne or fresh herbs can enhance the flavors according to personal preference.