Pin Recipe A whimsical and vibrant vegetable platter designed to resemble a garden carrot patch, complete with a creamy soil dip. Perfect for spring gatherings, Easter, or healthy snacking.
I first made this veggie board for an Easter party and everyone loved the playful presentation and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 12 16 small carrots with tops, washed and trimmed, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup radishes halved, 1/2 cup cucumber slices, 1/2 cup bell pepper strips (orange, yellow, or red)
- Dip (Edible Soil): 1 cup hummus (classic or roasted garlic), 1/4 cup black olives finely chopped, 2 tablespoons toasted panko breadcrumbs (gluten free if needed), 1 tablespoon fresh parsley finely chopped
- Garnish: Fresh dill or parsley sprigs (for greens), Microgreens (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare vegetables:
- Wash trim and cut as needed. Leave a bit of the carrot tops attached for a garden look.
- Make dip base:
- Mix hummus with chopped black olives and spread it in a thick strip or oval on a large platter to resemble a garden bed.
- Add soil texture:
- Sprinkle toasted panko breadcrumbs and chopped parsley over the hummus to mimic soil.
- Arrange carrots:
- Place carrots vertically in the hummus soil so they look as if growing from the ground.
- Fill board:
- Add sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, radish halves, cucumber slices, and bell pepper strips.
- Garnish:
- Add fresh dill, parsley sprigs, or microgreens for extra color and the look of carrot tops.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately.
Pin Recipe This board always brings smiles when shared with family during springtime gatherings.
Required Tools
Large platter or board, small mixing bowl, knife and cutting board, spoon or spatula
Allergen Information
Contains sesame (from hummus), gluten (from panko use gluten free if needed). Double check hummus and breadcrumb labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 16 g, Protein 3 g per serving
Pin Recipe This veggie board is a colorful and healthy way to impress your guests with minimal effort.
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I create the soil dip effect?
Mix hummus with finely chopped black olives and spread it thickly on the platter. Sprinkle toasted panko breadcrumbs and chopped fresh parsley on top to mimic soil texture and appearance.
- → What vegetables work best for this board?
Small carrots with tops, sugar snap peas, cherry tomatoes, radish halves, cucumber slices, and colorful bell pepper strips bring vibrant color and fresh crunch.
- → Can I customize the vegetable selection?
Yes, feel free to substitute with broccoli florets, celery sticks, or colored cauliflower to add variety and personal touch.
- → Is there a vegan-friendly way to prepare the dip?
Use classic or roasted garlic hummus and ensure panko breadcrumbs are vegan-friendly to keep the dip plant-based.
- → How should I arrange the vegetables for the best effect?
Place the carrots vertically in the dip to look like they are growing. Arrange other veggies around to fill the board with color and texture reminiscent of a garden patch.
- → What are good serving suggestions?
Serve immediately for best freshness. Pair with crisp white wines like Sauvignon Blanc for balanced flavors at spring gatherings or healthy snacks.