Festive Cornucopia Veggie Board

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This festive vegetable board features a vibrant cornucopia-shaped arrangement of fresh, crisp vegetables including cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, snap peas, and more. A bread horn or cone serves as the base, while dips like hummus and ranch complement the selection. Perfect for holiday sides or appetizers, the colorful display is enhanced with fresh herbs and can be adapted for gluten-free needs. Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.

Updated on Tue, 09 Dec 2025 15:57:00 GMT
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A festive and visually stunning vegetable platter arranged in the shape of a cornucopia, perfect as a healthy Thanksgiving side or appetizer.

This veggie board always brightens our holiday table and is a fun, colorful way to get everyone snacking on veggies.

Ingredients

  • Vegetables: 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup baby carrots, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup mini bell peppers sliced, 1 cup cucumber sliced, 1 cup radishes halved, 1 cup baby corn drained, 1/2 cup purple cauliflower florets optional for color
  • Dips: 3/4 cup ranch dip, 3/4 cup hummus
  • Cornucopia Horn: 1 large crusty baguette or premade bread cone (see Notes for alternatives), Fresh herbs (parsley, dill) for garnish

Instructions

Prepare vegetables:
Wash, trim, and slice all vegetables as needed. Keep vegetables chilled until assembly.
Create horn:
If using a baguette, slice off one end at an angle and hollow out the inside to create a horn shape. Alternatively, use a premade bread cone or woven waffle cone.
Set horn:
Place the bread horn at one corner of a large platter or cutting board, with the open end facing inward.
Arrange vegetables:
Arrange vegetables flowing out from the horn to mimic a spilling cornucopia, alternating colors and shapes for visual appeal.
Place dips:
Place dips in small bowls and nestle them among the vegetables.
Garnish:
Garnish with fresh herbs for an extra festive touch.
Serve:
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
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This has become a family tradition and the kids love helping arrange the colorful vegetables each year.

Tips for Serving

Serve chilled with a variety of dips on the side to please all taste buds and dietary needs.

Substitutions

Try using different fresh herbs or bread types to vary the flavor and presentation.

Storage

Cover and refrigerate leftovers. Best enjoyed within one day for freshness.

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This veggie board is the perfect fresh and healthy addition to any celebration table.

Recipe Questions & Answers

→ How do I create the cornucopia horn?

Slice one end of a large baguette at an angle and hollow out the inside to form a horn shape. Alternatively, use a premade bread cone or waffle cone for convenience.

→ Can I make this board gluten-free?

Yes, substitute the bread horn with gluten-free bread cones or create a horn shape using parchment paper or foil.

→ What vegetables work best for this arrangement?

Use a colorful mix such as cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, sugar snap peas, broccoli, cauliflower, mini bell peppers, cucumber, radishes, and baby corn for visual appeal and variety.

→ How should I prepare the vegetables before assembling?

Wash, trim, and slice vegetables as needed, then keep them chilled until ready to arrange on the board.

→ What dips pair well with the vegetable board?

Hummus and ranch dip complement the fresh vegetables nicely, but feel free to substitute with dairy-free or other preferred dips.

→ How can I add extra festivity to the board?

Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley and dill, and consider adding cheese cubes, nuts, or olives for more variety.

Festive Cornucopia Veggie Board

A colorful vegetable spread shaped like a cornucopia, perfect for festive gatherings and healthy snacking.

Prep duration
25 min
0
Complete duration
25 min


Skill level Easy

Heritage American

Output 8 Portions

Diet specifications Vegetarian

Components

Vegetables

01 1 cup cherry tomatoes
02 1 cup baby carrots
03 1 cup sugar snap peas
04 1 cup broccoli florets
05 1 cup cauliflower florets
06 1 cup mini bell peppers, sliced
07 1 cup cucumber, sliced
08 1 cup radishes, halved
09 1 cup baby corn, drained
10 1/2 cup purple cauliflower florets (optional)

Dips

01 3/4 cup ranch dip
02 3/4 cup hummus

Cornucopia Horn

01 1 large crusty baguette or premade bread cone
02 Fresh herbs (parsley, dill) for garnish

Directions

Phase 01

Prepare Vegetables: Wash, trim, and slice all vegetables as needed. Keep chilled until assembly.

Phase 02

Form Bread Horn: If using a baguette, slice off one end at an angle and hollow out the interior to form a horn shape; alternatively, use a premade bread cone or woven waffle cone.

Phase 03

Position Horn: Place the bread horn at one corner of a large platter or cutting board with the open end facing inward.

Phase 04

Arrange Vegetables: Arrange vegetables flowing outward from the horn, alternating colors and shapes to simulate a spilling cornucopia.

Phase 05

Add Dips: Place dips in small bowls and nestle them among the vegetables on the platter.

Phase 06

Garnish: Decorate the arrangement with fresh parsley and dill for a festive presentation.

Phase 07

Serve or Store: Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Necessary tools

  • Large platter or cutting board
  • Small bowls for dips
  • Sharp knife
  • Vegetable peeler

Allergy details

Review each component for potential allergens and consult with healthcare professionals if you're uncertain.
  • Contains wheat if bread horn is used; contains dairy if using ranch dip.

Nutrient content (each portion)

This data is offered as a general guide and isn't a substitute for professional medical guidance.
  • Energy: 120
  • Fat: 4 g
  • Carbohydrates: 18 g
  • Protein: 3 g