Pin It A whimsical, charming platter featuring fresh vegetables artfully arranged to resemble turtles—perfect for parties, kids, or adding fun to any appetizer spread. Served with a creamy herb dip.
This platter always brings smiles to my family's gatherings and makes veggies exciting to eat.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 1 green bell pepper, 8 cherry tomatoes, 1 small zucchini, 12 baby carrots, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup snap peas
- Herb Dip: 1/2 cup Greek yogurt, 1/4 cup sour cream, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 1 clove garlic, minced, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, Salt and pepper, to taste
- Garnishes & Assembly: 8 black olive slices (for eyes), 8 toothpicks
Instructions
- Slice cucumber:
- Slice the cucumber into 1/2-inch thick rounds—these will form the turtle shells.
- Cut vegetables:
- Cut the green bell pepper and zucchini into small wedges for legs and heads.
- Assemble turtles:
- Attach four vegetable wedges around each cucumber round with toothpicks to create legs, and a smaller wedge for the head.
- Add eyes:
- Use a dab of yogurt dip to glue olive slices to the heads for eyes.
- Arrange platter:
- Arrange cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli, and snap peas around the turtles as a colorful crudités platter.
- Make dip:
- In a bowl, combine Greek yogurt, sour cream, dill, parsley, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to make the herb dip. Mix well.
- Serve:
- Serve the vegetable turtles with the herb dip on the side.
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Gathering around this platter always sparks joy and lively conversations with my family.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, cutting board, toothpicks, small serving bowl
Allergen Information
Contains dairy (Greek yogurt, sour cream). Check all packaged ingredients for potential allergens if in doubt.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 80. Total Fat: 2 g. Carbohydrates: 13 g. Protein: 4 g (per serving)
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This appetizer is a delightful and healthy way to start any gathering or party.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the turtle shapes with vegetables?
Slice cucumbers into rounds for the shells, then cut bell pepper and zucchini into small wedges for legs and heads. Use toothpicks to assemble the pieces around the cucumber slices.
- → What ingredients make up the dip?
The dip combines Greek yogurt, sour cream, fresh dill, parsley, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper for a creamy, flavorful complement.
- → Can this dish be made vegan?
Yes, substitute Greek yogurt and sour cream with plant-based alternatives to create a vegan version of the herb dip.
- → What vegetables surround the turtle shapes?
Cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, broccoli florets, and snap peas form a colorful and fresh arrangement around the vegetable turtles.
- → Is this dish suitable for kids?
Absolutely, the playful turtle shapes and creamy dip make fresh vegetables more appealing and fun for children.