Vegan Global Gardener Platter (Printable version)

Bright, fresh sections of vegetables and fruits with plant-based dips create a vibrant, healthy centerpiece.

# What you need:

→ Fresh Vegetables

01 - 1 cup rainbow carrots, sliced
02 - 1 cup baby cucumbers, sliced or quartered
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, assorted colors
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup baby bell peppers, sliced
06 - 1 cup snap peas

→ Fresh Fruits

07 - 1 cup seedless grapes, mixed colors
08 - 1 cup strawberries, halved
09 - 1 cup pineapple chunks
10 - 1 cup kiwi, peeled and sliced

→ Plant-Based Dips

11 - 1 cup classic hummus
12 - 1 cup beetroot hummus
13 - 1 cup guacamole
14 - 1 cup cashew tzatziki

→ Garnishes & Extras

15 - 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds
16 - 1/4 cup fresh herbs (mint, basil, parsley)
17 - Edible flowers (optional)
18 - 1 cup gluten-free crackers or pita chips

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and thoroughly dry all vegetables and fruits. Slice them as indicated to facilitate dipping and easy consumption.
02 - Choose a large platter or serving board to arrange the components.
03 - Place the plant-based dips in small bowls and position them at various points across the platter.
04 - Create vibrant, color-blocked sections by grouping each vegetable and fruit type together around the dips, alternating colors and textures for visual interest.
05 - Fill any gaps with crackers, pomegranate seeds, fresh herbs, and optional edible flowers to enhance color and freshness.
06 - Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to be enjoyed.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Zero cooking required—this is the recipe for when you want to impress without heating up the kitchen
  • It practically guarantees leftovers that stay fresh, because people can't resist a platter this visually stunning
  • Every color of the rainbow means every nutrient your body craves, all on one board
02 -
  • Always pat your vegetables completely dry after cutting—any lingering moisture will cause them to weep and wilt before anyone takes a bite. This single step makes the difference between a platter that looks fresh at the end and one that looks tired after 20 minutes.
  • Prep your dips earlier in the day if possible, but arrange the vegetables as close to serving time as you can manage. Fresh is everything here—there's no cooking to help you, so the quality of each piece is everything.
03 -
  • Freeze grapes for 30 minutes before serving—they become little flavor bombs of sweetness and chill, and guests will fight over them.
  • If you want to prep ahead but can't assemble until later, cut everything and store it in airtight containers in the fridge—just don't cut and mix. Keep like items together so you can arrange fresh.
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