Save A playful and healthy vegetable platter arranged to resemble a T-Rex fossil, perfect for kids parties or themed gatherings. Served with a creamy ranch dip.
This platter always delights children at parties and encourages them to eat more veggies.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 2 large carrots, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 red bell pepper, 1 small broccoli crown, 1 small cauliflower crown, 10 snap peas, 6 cherry tomatoes, 6 black olives (pitted, for eyes/claws), 1 bunch baby spinach leaves (for background)
- Dip: 1 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Slice the cucumber into thin rounds for the T-Rexs vertebrae and tail bones.
- Step 3:
- Peel and cut the carrots into thin sticks for ribs and limbs.
- Step 4:
- Slice the bell peppers into strips for the jaw, spine, and claws.
- Step 5:
- Break the broccoli and cauliflower into small florets for skull, pelvis, and joints.
- Step 6:
- Arrange baby spinach leaves as a base layer on a large platter.
- Step 7:
- Assemble the vegetables on top to form a T-Rex fossil shape, using olives for eyes and claws, tomatoes for accent bones or fossilized eggs.
- Step 8:
- In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Step 9:
- Serve the dip alongside the platter.
Save My kids love helping me arrange this platter, making party prep extra fun and interactive.
Required Tools
Large serving platter, sharp knife, vegetable peeler, small mixing bowl, whisk or spoon
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, mayonnaise). Mayonnaise may contain eggs; check labels for egg-free options if needed.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 75, Total Fat: 3 g, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Protein: 3 g (per serving)
Save This T-Rex Fossil Crudités platter is a showstopper that combines nutrition with fun presentation perfect for any gathering.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the T-Rex shape with vegetables?
Slice cucumbers into rounds for the vertebrae and tail, cut carrots into sticks for ribs and limbs, and use bell pepper strips for the jaw and claws. Arrange broccoli and cauliflower florets to form the skull and joints on a spinach leaf base.
- → What can I use as alternatives for the creamy dip?
You can substitute the creamy dill dip with hummus or guacamole to offer different flavors while keeping the dip creamy and delicious.
- → How do olives and cherry tomatoes contribute to the platter?
Black olives serve as eyes and claws while cherry tomatoes provide pops of color resembling fossil eggs or accent bones within the T-Rex design.
- → Is this platter suitable for vegetarian and gluten-free diets?
Yes, the vegetable ingredients and dip are vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a healthy option for various dietary needs.
- → What tools do I need to assemble this vegetable arrangement?
A large serving platter, sharp knife, vegetable peeler, small bowl, and whisk or spoon are sufficient for preparing and assembling the platter and dip.