Pin this A vibrant platter of fresh, colorful vegetables served with a trio of delicious homemade dips. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or party snack.
This recipe has become my go-to for entertaining; everyone loves the variety and freshness it offers
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.
Pin this This platter always brings our family together for a fun and healthy snack time
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
Nutritional Information
Calories 195 Total Fat 10 g Carbohydrates 22 g Protein 7 g per serving
Pin this Enjoy this vibrant and healthy appetizer that brightens up any occasion
Recipe Questions
- → How should I prepare the vegetables for the platter?
Wash all vegetables thoroughly and slice them into bite-sized pieces. Arrange them in color groups to create a rainbow effect on a large serving platter.
- → Can the dips be made in advance?
Yes, all three dips can be prepared several hours before serving and refrigerated to enhance flavors and ease of service.
- → What substitutions work well for the beet hummus?
If beets are unavailable, roasted red peppers or sweet potatoes can provide similar color and sweetness for the hummus base.
- → Are there tips for keeping the avocado dip fresh?
To prevent browning, add lime juice and cover the avocado dip with plastic wrap, pressing it directly onto the surface before refrigerating.
- → What additional items pair nicely with this vegetable platter?
Pita chips, crackers, or sliced baguette make excellent accompaniments, adding crunch and complementing the dips.