Save to Pinterest A whimsical and healthy appetizer featuring crisp vegetables arranged as a snowman, served with a creamy herb dip—perfect for festive gatherings and kids parties.
This fun snowman crudités platter was a hit at our last holiday party—it's both playful and nutritious.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cauliflower head (cut into florets), 1 large cucumber, 2 medium carrots (peeled), 1 small red bell pepper, 1 small yellow bell pepper, 6 cherry tomatoes, 1 black olive
- Dip: 200 g (7 oz) Greek yogurt or sour cream, 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp fresh chives or dill (finely chopped), 1 garlic clove (minced), Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables:
- Slice the cucumber into 1 cm rounds. Cut one carrot into sticks for snowman arms, and use a peeler to cut thin ribbons from the other carrot for the scarf. Slice bell peppers into small strips and pieces for the hat, buttons, and scarf accent. Slice the black olive into thin rounds for the eyes and mouth.
- Arrange the snowman:
- On a large platter, assemble three cauliflower florets in increasing size vertically to form the snowman's body. Use cucumber rounds for the snow at the base. Add carrot sticks for arms, and carrot ribbons for the scarf around the neck. Use black olive slices for eyes and mouth, a small carrot piece for the nose, and bell pepper strips to create a hat and buttons. Place cherry tomatoes and remaining vegetables around the snowman as extra crudités.
- Prepare the dip:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, chives or dill, and minced garlic. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve:
- Place the dip in a small bowl next to or within the platter for dipping.
Save to Pinterest This appetizer always brings smiles and gets kids involved in party prep.
Tips for Presentation
Arrange vegetables in height order for visual appeal and use colorful peppers to add vibrancy.
Variations
Try adding radishes or broccoli for variety, or swap the dip with hummus for a different flavor.
Storage
Best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 2 hours before serving to maintain crispness.
Save to Pinterest This delightful snowman crudités platter adds charm and healthy fun to any party table.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What vegetables are used for the snowman?
Cauliflower florets form the body, cucumber rounds the base, carrots create arms and scarf, bell peppers add hat and buttons, with black olives for facial details.
- → How is the creamy dip prepared?
The dip combines Greek yogurt or sour cream with mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh chives or dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, whisked until smooth.
- → Can I customize the vegetables?
Yes, additional vegetables like radishes, broccoli, or celery can be included to add variety and color to the platter.
- → Is this suitable for vegetarians and gluten-free diets?
Yes, this dish fits both vegetarian and gluten-free preferences, with optional vegan substitutions available for yogurt and mayonnaise.
- → What tools are recommended for assembly?
A sharp knife, vegetable peeler, large serving platter, small mixing bowl, and spoon are useful to prepare and arrange the ingredients effectively.