Fan-Shaped Cucumber Carrot Platter (Printable)

Crisp cucumber and carrot slices arranged elegantly with a creamy herbed yogurt dip.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers
02 - 4 large carrots
03 - 1 red bell pepper
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas

→ Dip

07 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly using cold water.
02 - Cut cucumbers diagonally into 1/4-inch thick oval slices and arrange them in overlapping rows to create a fan shape on a large serving platter.
03 - Peel carrots and slice diagonally into thin ovals matching the size of cucumber slices. Position carrots adjacent to cucumbers to extend the fan design.
04 - Slice red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and arrange in sections alongside the cucumbers and carrots for color contrast.
05 - Group cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas into clusters at the base or sides of the fan pattern to enhance visual appeal.
06 - In a small mixing bowl, thoroughly combine Greek yogurt, chopped chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
07 - Transfer the dip into a small bowl and place it on or beside the vegetable arrangement.
08 - Serve immediately or cover the platter and refrigerate until ready to serve.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Colorful and visually appealing presentation
  • Healthy and gluten-free snack option
02 -
  • Substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan dip
  • Add other colorful veggies like radishes or blanched asparagus for variety
03 -
  • Use freshest veggies possible for best crunch and flavor
  • Chill the dip before serving to enhance taste
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