Save A festive and colorful platter featuring a charming bunny shape made with fresh vegetables, dips, and snacks—perfect for Easter celebrations and spring gatherings.
I love how this platter brings everyone together for a fun and light springtime snack.
Ingredients
- Fresh Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 2 medium carrots, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup snap peas, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup broccoli florets, ½ cup radishes
- Dips & Spreads: 1 cup hummus, 1 cup ranch dip or Greek yogurt dip
- Snacks & Garnishes: ½ cup black olives (pitted), ½ cup mini mozzarella balls, 1 cup assorted crackers (gluten-free if desired), Fresh chives or parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and prepare all vegetables. Slice cucumber into rounds, cut bell peppers into strips, peel and slice carrots into sticks, halve cherry tomatoes, trim snap peas, and slice radishes.
- Step 2:
- On a large serving platter, use cucumber rounds to create the shape of a bunny face. Arrange two lines of cucumber rounds for the bunnys ears.
- Step 3:
- Fill the bunnys face with cauliflower and mozzarella balls for a fluffy effect. Use cherry tomatoes for cheeks and a mini mozzarella ball for the nose.
- Step 4:
- Use black olives to form the bunnys eyes, and thinly sliced bell pepper strips for the mouth and whiskers.
- Step 5:
- Surround the bunny shape with the remaining vegetables, arranging them in clusters for color and variety.
- Step 6:
- Place the dips in small bowls and set them on the platter. Arrange crackers around the edge.
- Step 7:
- Garnish with fresh chives or parsley for a springtime touch. Serve immediately.
Save This platter always brings smiles during family gatherings each spring.
Additional Section 1
Try adding hard-boiled egg halves colored with natural dyes for added festivity.
Additional Section 2
Pair this platter with crisp white wine or sparkling lemonade for a refreshing combo.
Additional Section 3
Use fresh seasonal vegetables to adapt the platter year-round.
Save Enjoy this colorful platter as a healthy and festive addition to your spring celebrations.
Recipe FAQ
- → What vegetables are best for the platter?
Cucumber rounds, bell pepper strips, carrots, cherry tomatoes, snap peas, cauliflower, broccoli, and radishes work well for color and texture variety.
- → How do I create the bunny shape?
Arrange cucumber slices to form the bunny’s face and ears, then fill the face with cauliflower and mini mozzarella balls, adding accents like olives for eyes and pepper strips for whiskers.
- → What dips complement the vegetable arrangement?
Hummus and ranch or Greek yogurt dips pair nicely, adding creamy flavors that enhance the fresh vegetable bites.
- → Can this platter accommodate dietary restrictions?
Yes, use gluten-free crackers and dips to make it gluten-free and suitable for vegetarian diets as presented.
- → How far in advance can the platter be prepared?
Vegetables can be prepped and chilled earlier, but arranging the platter is best done close to serving time to keep items fresh and crisp.