Pin A whimsical and vibrant vegetable platter designed to resemble a garden carrot patch, complete with a creamy soil dip. Perfect for spring gatherings, Easter, or healthy snacking.
This veggie board always brightens up our family get-togethers and encourages everyone to eat more fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 12–16 small carrots with tops, washed and trimmed, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup radishes halved, 1/2 cup cucumber slices, 1/2 cup bell pepper strips (orange, yellow, or red)
- Dip (Edible Soil): 1 cup hummus (classic or roasted garlic), 1/4 cup black olives finely chopped, 2 tablespoons toasted panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if needed), 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
- Garnish: Fresh dill or parsley sprigs (for greens), Microgreens (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables:
- Wash, trim, and cut all vegetables as needed. Leave a bit of the carrot tops attached for a garden look.
- Make Soil Layer:
- Mix hummus with chopped black olives and spread in a thick strip or oval on a large platter to resemble a garden bed.
- Add Soil Texture:
- Sprinkle toasted panko breadcrumbs and chopped parsley over the hummus to mimic soil.
- Arrange Carrots:
- Place the carrots vertically in the hummus soil so they look as if growing from the ground.
- Fill Board:
- Fill out rest of the board with sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, radish halves, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips.
- Garnish:
- Add fresh dill, parsley sprigs, or microgreens for extra color and the look of carrot tops.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately.
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This recipe has become a staple during family parties and kids love identifying the 'carrots in the garden.'
Required Tools
Large platter or board, small mixing bowl, knife and cutting board, spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains sesame (from hummus), gluten (from panko use gluten-free if needed). Double-check hummus and breadcrumb labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 110, Total Fat: 4 g, Carbohydrates: 16 g, Protein: 3 g per serving
Pin This vibrant veggie board is sure to impress and encourage healthy snacking at any gathering.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What vegetables work best for this veggie board?
Small carrots with tops create the garden look, complemented by sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, radishes, cucumber slices, and colorful bell peppers for variety and freshness.
- → How is the creamy soil dip made?
The dip uses hummus mixed with finely chopped black olives and is topped with toasted panko breadcrumbs and fresh parsley to mimic garden soil.
- → Can I customize the veggies for dietary needs?
Yes, you can swap in broccoli florets, celery sticks, or colored cauliflower to suit preferences or dietary restrictions.
- → Is this platter suitable for gluten-free diets?
To keep it gluten-free, use gluten-free panko breadcrumbs and check labels on hummus to avoid gluten-containing ingredients.
- → What garnishes enhance the presentation?
Fresh dill, parsley sprigs, or microgreens add vibrant green hues resembling carrot tops and enhance the garden-inspired theme.