Save A fun and imaginative vegetable platter arranged to look like dinosaur fossils, perfect for kids parties or themed gatherings.
This unique appetizer always excites the kids and encourages them to eat their veggies in a fun way.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 2 large carrots, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Dip: 1 cup hummus or ranch dressing
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Peel the carrots and cut them into thin sticks.
- Step 3:
- Slice the cucumber into rounds and halve some for fossil bone shapes.
- Step 4:
- Slice bell peppers into strips and use a small knife to cut some into dinosaur bone or footprint shapes if desired.
- Step 5:
- Arrange cauliflower and broccoli florets to resemble fossilized bones and vertebrae on a large serving platter.
- Step 6:
- Use snap peas and carrot sticks to create rib and limb shapes.
- Step 7:
- Place cherry tomatoes as dinosaur eggs around the display.
- Step 8:
- Use the dip in a small bowl at the center or creatively spread in the shape of a dinosaur skull or footprint.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save Our family loves gathering around this platter during parties, sharing laughs and stories about dinosaurs while enjoying healthy snacks.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, Vegetable peeler, Cutting board, Large serving platter, Small bowls for dip
Allergen Information
Contains sesame (if using hummus) and dairy (if using ranch dressing). Check dip ingredients for possible allergens all vegetables listed are typically allergen-free.
Nutritional Information
85 calories per serving, 2 g total fat, 15 g carbohydrates, 3 g protein.
Save This dino-inspired platter is sure to be a hit at your next gathering bringing fun and healthy snacking together.
Recipe FAQs
- → What vegetables are best for creating fossil shapes?
Cucumbers, carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, and bell peppers work well due to their shapes and textures.
- → How can I create the dinosaur bone shapes?
Use thin slices and small cookie cutters to cut vegetables into bone or footprint designs for authenticity.
- → What dips pair nicely with this platter?
Hummus or ranch dressing complement the vegetables and enhance the fun presentation.
- → Is this platter suitable for dietary restrictions?
Yes, it is vegetarian and gluten-free, but check dip ingredients for allergens like sesame or dairy.
- → Can I prepare this platter in advance?
Yes, arrange the vegetables and store covered in the fridge until serving to keep them fresh.