Save A vibrant platter of fresh, colorful vegetables served with a trio of delicious homemade dips. Perfect as a healthy appetizer or party snack.
This colorful vegetable dip platter was a hit at our last party and is so simple to prepare.
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 My family loves gathering around this platter on weekends making it a fun and healthy tradition.
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
Save This rainbow vegetable dip platter is a perfect balance of flavor and nutrition for any occasion.
Recipe FAQ Section
- → What vegetables are best for this platter?
Use a mix of colorful, crunchy vegetables like cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumber, carrots, purple cauliflower, and sugar snap peas for a vibrant display and varied tastes.
- → How can I prepare the beet hummus dip?
Blend cooked chickpeas, beet, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil until smooth, then season with salt to taste for a creamy and flavorful dip.
- → Can the dips be made ahead of time?
Yes, all dips can be prepared a few hours in advance and refrigerated to allow flavors to meld and save time before serving.
- → Are there any tips to make the vegetable platter more appealing?
Arrange vegetables in a rainbow sequence on a large platter to emphasize color contrast, making the presentation visually striking and appetizing.
- → What can I serve alongside the vegetable platter?
Pita chips, crackers, or fresh bread work well to add texture and allow easy dipping into the three flavorful accompaniments.