Star of David Salad Platter (Printable)

A visually stunning salad platter with fresh greens and vibrant vegetables arranged in a geometric star design.

# What you'll need:

→ Greens

01 - 6 cups baby spinach leaves, washed and dried
02 - 3 cups arugula, washed and dried

→ Vegetables

03 - 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
04 - 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
05 - 1 yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
06 - 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
07 - 1 cup shredded purple cabbage
08 - 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

→ Cheese & Garnish

09 - 1 cup crumbled feta cheese or vegan feta alternative
10 - 1/3 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
11 - 2 tablespoons capers (optional)
12 - 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

→ Dressing

13 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
14 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
15 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
16 - 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
17 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
18 - 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
19 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to make it:

01 - Arrange a large, flat platter or tray to serve as your base for the salad display.
02 - Evenly spread baby spinach and arugula in a thin layer to cover the platter's surface completely.
03 - Outline two overlapping equilateral triangles using thin cucumber slices to form the Star of David shape, ensuring precise angles for a distinct geometric pattern.
04 - Fill each triangular segment with clusters of cherry tomatoes, bell peppers, and shredded purple cabbage to establish vivid color contrasts within the star.
05 - Decorate edges and star points with crumbled feta, halved Kalamata olives, capers, and toasted pine nuts for texture and visual appeal.
06 - Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey or maple syrup, Dijon mustard, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
07 - Drizzle the dressing evenly over the salad immediately before serving or offer it on the side to maintain freshness.
08 - Present the salad platter promptly to preserve the vibrant colors and fresh textures.

# Expert suggestions:

01 -
  • It transforms a simple salad into a stunning centerpiece that makes any gathering feel intentional and celebratory
  • Everything comes together in just 30 minutes with zero cooking required, leaving you relaxed before guests arrive
  • The combination of crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and tangy-sweet dressing creates layers of flavor that keep people coming back for more
  • It's naturally vegetarian and gluten-free, welcoming everyone to the table without compromise
02 -
  • Prepare your vegetables just before assembling; they'll stay crisp and bright instead of becoming limp and tired-looking
  • Don't be timid with the cucumber outline—make it bold and clear so the star is unmistakable even from across the room
  • If you're serving this more than a few minutes before guests arrive, keep the dressed greens and the toppings separate, then assemble just before showing it off
03 -
  • Toast your pine nuts fresh in a dry skillet just minutes before serving—the aroma is worth it and their flavor will be transformed
  • Keep your vegetables cold by refrigerating them in water until the last moment, then pat them completely dry before arranging so nothing slides
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