Pin A vibrant, holiday-inspired appetizer featuring crisp bell peppers arranged as a festive wreath, served with a creamy, herbed dip — perfect for parties and gatherings.
This recipe has become a staple at our holiday parties because it's easy to assemble and always a crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- Red bell pepper: 1 large
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 large
- Orange bell pepper: 1 large
- Green bell pepper: 1 large
- Broccoli florets: 1 cup
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup
- Sliced cucumber: ½ cup
- Pitted black olives (optional): ¼ cup
- Fresh parsley or rosemary sprigs (for garnish): as needed
- Plain Greek yogurt (or sour cream): 1 cup
- Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh lemon juice: 1 tablespoon
- Dijon mustard: 1 teaspoon
- Fresh chives, finely chopped: 2 tablespoons
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped: 2 tablespoons
- Garlic clove, minced: 1
- Salt: ½ teaspoon
- Black pepper: ¼ teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Cut bell peppers into rings or strips. Slice cucumber. Separate broccoli into small florets.
- Arrange the Wreath:
- On a large round platter, create a circular wreath shape by alternating bell pepper rings, broccoli florets, cherry tomatoes, and cucumber slices. Add olives for color and scatter fresh parsley or rosemary sprigs around for a festive look.
- Make the Dip:
- In a medium bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, chives, parsley, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Serve:
- Place the dip in a small bowl in the center of the wreath, or serve alongside. Chill until ready to serve.
Pin Preparing this wreath has become a fun family tradition that gets everyone involved in the holiday spirit.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crusty bread or crackers to complement the fresh veggies and creamy dip.
Storage Tips
Store the vegetables and dip separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Variations
Try adding radishes or snap peas for extra crunch; swap Greek yogurt for dairy-free yogurt to make this a vegan dish.
Pin This festive appetizer brings both vibrancy and flavor to your holiday table effortlessly.