A festive platter featuring fresh greens, tomatoes, and creamy dill dip arranged in a holly leaf shape.
# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into small florets
02 - 1 large cucumber, sliced into thin rounds
03 - 1 green bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 cup sugar snap peas, trimmed
05 - 1 cup green grapes (optional)
06 - 6 to 8 cherry tomatoes
07 - 1 small red bell pepper, cut into small circles or wedges
→ Dip
08 - 1 cup Greek yogurt
09 - 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
10 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
12 - ½ teaspoon garlic powder
13 - ½ teaspoon salt
14 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
15 - Fresh parsley sprigs (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Lightly sketch a holly leaf shape on a large serving board or visualize its outline.
02 - Arrange broccoli florets and sugar snap peas to create the edges of the holly leaves.
03 - Layer cucumber rounds and green bell pepper strips inside the leaf shape for texture and color contrast.
04 - Place cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper pieces in small clusters to represent holly berries.
05 - Add green grapes for extra dimension and a touch of sweetness if desired.
06 - Combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, fresh dill, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl until smooth; transfer to a serving bowl.
07 - Garnish the board with fresh parsley sprigs and serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
