Pin It A festive, creamy avocado dip artfully shaped into a Christmas tree, decorated with colorful vegetables and fresh herbs. Perfect as a holiday appetizer or centerpiece.
This dip has been my go-to holiday appetizer for years, always impressing guests with its visual appeal and delicious flavor.
Ingredients
- Avocado Base: 3 ripe avocados, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (or dairy-free alternative), 1 clove garlic minced, 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
- Christmas Tree Decorations: 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes quartered, 1/4 cup yellow bell pepper finely diced, 1/4 cup red bell pepper finely diced, 2 tablespoons purple onion finely diced, 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional), fresh parsley or dill sprigs (for branches), 1 small carrot sliced into thin rounds or star shapes (for tree topper and ornaments)
- To Serve: Crackers tortilla chips or fresh vegetable sticks
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Cut the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a large mixing bowl.
- Step 2:
- Add lime juice, Greek yogurt, garlic, salt, pepper, and cilantro to the bowl.
- Step 3:
- Using a hand mixer or food processor, whip the mixture until smooth and fluffy.
- Step 4:
- Transfer the whipped avocado to a large serving platter. Shape the dip into a Christmas tree form using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
- Step 5:
- Decorate the tree with cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, onion, pomegranate seeds, and feta cheese as ornaments. Arrange parsley or dill sprigs to mimic pine branches. Top the tree with a carrot star or round.
- Step 6:
- Serve immediately with crackers, chips, or veggie sticks. Refrigerate if not serving right away, but consume within a few hours for best color and flavor.
Pin It Serving this dip has become a holiday tradition that brings smiles around the table every year.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, hand mixer or food processor, spatula, serving platter, sharp knife and cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, feta cheese). For dairy-free vegan use suitable substitutes. Check labels on chips crackers for gluten or allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 165. Total Fat 11 g. Carbohydrates 13 g. Protein 3 g per serving.
Pin It This dip is a simple yet festive addition to any holiday gathering sure to delight your guests.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I keep the avocado from browning?
Add fresh lime juice during blending and refrigerate the dip until serving to help minimize browning and maintain vibrant color.
- → Can I make this dip vegan?
Yes, substitute the Greek yogurt with a dairy-free alternative and omit the feta cheese for a vegan-friendly version.
- → What are good alternatives for decorations?
Try radish slices, sweet corn kernels, or olives for varied colors and textures to decorate the avocado tree.
- → How long can the dip be stored before serving?
It’s best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours. Consume within that time to preserve flavor and appearance.
- → What tools are recommended for shaping the dip?
Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to sculpt the dip into the tree shape on a large serving platter.