Fan-Shaped Cucumber Carrot Platter (Print)

Crisp cucumber and carrot slices arranged in a vibrant fan with herbed creamy dip, ideal for parties or healthy snacking.

# Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large English cucumbers
02 - 4 large carrots
03 - 1 red bell pepper
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas

→ Dip

07 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (full-fat or low-fat)
08 - 2 tablespoons fresh chives, finely chopped
09 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
11 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
12 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
13 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

# Directions:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly to remove any impurities.
02 - Slice cucumbers diagonally into 1/4-inch thick oval pieces and arrange them in overlapping rows forming a fan shape on a large serving platter.
03 - Peel carrots, then slice diagonally into thin oval pieces similar in size to cucumber slices and arrange next to cucumbers, continuing the fan pattern.
04 - Cut red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and arrange sections beside the cucumbers and carrots to add color contrast.
05 - Place cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas in clusters at the base or sides of the fan to create visual interest.
06 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly.
07 - Transfer the dip to a small serving bowl and place it on or beside the vegetable arrangement. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Healthy and colorful veggie arrangement
  • Creamy and flavorful herbed yogurt dip
02 -
  • Substitute Greek yogurt with dairy-free yogurt for a vegan dip
  • Add other colorful veggies like radishes or blanched asparagus for variety
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the dip to enhance flavor
  • Arrange veggies tightly to maintain the fan shape
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