Save to Pinterest A festive and vibrant platter featuring fresh vegetables arranged as Santa hats, served with a flavorful dip—perfect for holiday gatherings and healthy snacking.
This platter was a hit at our last holiday party, bringing both joy and nutrition to the table.
Ingredients
- Fresh Vegetables: 1 pint cherry tomatoes, 1 large English cucumber, 1 red bell pepper, 6 radishes, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup baby carrots
- For the Santa Hat Assembly: 12 small mozzarella balls (bocconcini), 12 small basil leaves
- Dip: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 2 tablespoons mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives, 1 clove garlic finely minced, ½ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Slice the cucumber into ½-inch thick rounds. Cut the red bell pepper into strips. Trim the radishes leaving a bit of the green stem for decoration.
- Step 3:
- Create Santa Hats Place a cherry tomato on top of a cucumber round. Add a basil leaf between the tomato and the cucumber for a decorative hat brim. Top each tomato with a mozzarella ball to mimic a hat pompom. Secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Step 4:
- Arrange the Santa Hats on a platter. Fill in remaining space with cauliflower florets, broccoli florets, radishes, bell pepper strips, and baby carrots for a festive look.
- Step 5:
- For the dip In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, chives, garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until smooth and well blended.
- Step 6:
- Place the dip in a small serving bowl and nestle it among the vegetables on the platter.
- Step 7:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This recipe brings the family together for creating fun and healthy snacks everyone can enjoy during the holiday season.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, mixing bowl, serving platter, toothpicks
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (mozzarella balls, Greek yogurt, mayonnaise). May contain eggs (depending on mayonnaise used). Always check product labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 120, Total Fat 6 g, Carbohydrates 10 g, Protein 7 g (per serving)
Save to Pinterest Enjoy this healthy festive treat that’s as delightful to serve as it is to eat.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I assemble the Santa hats?
Start with a cucumber slice as the base, add a basil leaf for the brim, top with a cherry tomato, and finish with a mozzarella ball to mimic the pompom.
- → Can I prepare this platter ahead of time?
Yes, you can assemble the vegetables and dip separately, covering them well and refrigerating until ready to serve to keep everything fresh.
- → What can I use instead of mozzarella balls?
Soft plant-based cheese balls work well for a vegan option, or small pieces of firm tofu for a different texture.
- → Is the dip customizable?
Absolutely. You can adjust herbs and seasonings to taste or substitute Greek yogurt with a plant-based alternative for dietary preferences.
- → What other vegetables compliment this platter?
Adding yellow bell peppers, snap peas, or sugar snap peas adds color and crunch to the festive display.