Healthy Christmas Veggie Tree (Print Version)

Festive vegetable tree with vibrant veggies, perfect for a healthy and colorful holiday appetizer.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
07 - 2 medium carrots, sliced into sticks

→ Decoration & Garnish

08 - 2–3 black olives, halved
09 - 1 slice yellow bell pepper, cut into a star shape
10 - Small bunch fresh parsley

→ Dip (optional)

11 - 1 cup hummus or ranch dip, served on the side

# Step-by-Step Guide:

01 - Place broccoli florets on a large rectangular platter in a triangular formation to mimic a Christmas tree.
02 - Layer cucumber slices in horizontal rows across the broccoli to simulate a garland effect.
03 - Evenly scatter cherry tomatoes, bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, and sugar snap peas over the arrangement to resemble ornaments and branches.
04 - Place the star-shaped yellow bell pepper slice at the apex of the tree formation.
05 - Position black olive halves sporadically throughout the tree as additional decorative ornaments.
06 - Arrange carrot sticks or cucumber slices in a line at the base to represent the tree trunk.
07 - Surround the base of the tree with fresh parsley to enhance a festive appearance.
08 - Offer hummus or ranch dip on the side according to preference.

# Top Tips:

01 -
  • Festive and colorful presentation
  • Nutritious and easy to assemble
02 -
  • Use any colorful vegetables you like such as radishes baby corn or cauliflower
  • For a vegan option serve with hummus or guacamole instead of ranch dip
03 -
  • Use a variety of colorful vegetables for visual appeal
  • Prepare vegetables fresh on the day for best crispness and taste
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