Seahorse Veggie Dip Platter (Printable Version)

Whimsical seahorse-shaped arrangement of fresh vegetables with creamy dip, perfect for entertaining.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large yellow bell pepper
02 - 1 large orange bell pepper
03 - 1 large red bell pepper
04 - 1 cup broccoli florets
05 - 1 cup cauliflower florets
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
07 - 1 cup baby carrots
08 - 1 small cucumber
09 - 6 to 8 sugar snap peas
10 - 1/4 cup black olives, whole and sliced, for decoration
11 - 2 radishes

→ Dip

12 - 1 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
13 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
14 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
16 - 1 garlic clove, minced
17 - Salt and pepper, to taste

# Method Steps:

01 - Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chopped dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Mix well, cover, and refrigerate until serving.
02 - Wash and dry all vegetables. Slice bell peppers and cucumber into thin strips. Cut radishes into thin rounds.
03 - Place parchment paper on a large serving platter and sketch a seahorse shape as a guide if desired.
04 - Arrange bell pepper strips along the seahorse outline to form the body and tail, alternating colors for visual appeal.
05 - Nestle broccoli and cauliflower florets within the bell pepper strips to add texture and contrast.
06 - Position cherry tomatoes and baby carrots along the back and fins to introduce bright pops of color.
07 - Place cucumber rounds to create the belly, and use radish slices to add decorative details.
08 - Use a whole black olive for the seahorse's eye and sliced olives to simulate bubbles or additional features.
09 - Arrange sugar snap peas and any leftover vegetables around the seahorse to mimic seaweed.
10 - Place the prepared dip in a small bowl beside the platter. Serve immediately or keep refrigerated until serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Whimsical ocean-inspired presentation
  • Perfect for parties and kids gatherings
02 -
  • Use plant-based yogurt and mayonnaise for a vegan option
  • Blue corn chips or purple potato chips add an ocean effect
03 -
  • Use tweezers for intricate vegetable placement
  • Chill dip for at least an hour for enhanced flavor
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