Save A playful and healthy vegetable platter arranged to resemble the Grinch&s face, perfect for holiday gatherings and kids parties.
This platter has become a holiday favorite in my family, sparking smiles and encouraging everyone to eat more veggies.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 2 cups broccoli florets, 2 cups sugar snap peas, 1 large English cucumber sliced into rounds, 1 green bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 cup green grapes, 1 small yellow bell pepper for eyes, 1 large black olive for pupils, ½ cup cherry tomatoes for hat and mouth, 3-4 slices red bell pepper for hat and mouth, 2-3 cauliflower florets for hat trim, 1 small carrot for nose and facial accents
- Dip: 1 cup ranch or hummus optional for serving
Instructions
- Step 1:
- On a large platter, outline the Grinch&s face shape using broccoli florets leaving space at the top for the Santa hat.
- Step 2:
- Fill the face area inside the outline with cucumber rounds and sugar snap peas in an even layer.
- Step 3:
- Create the Grinch&s eyebrows cheekbones and chin accents using thin strips of green bell pepper and carrot.
- Step 4:
- Form the Santa hat at the top of the face with cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper slices adding cauliflower florets for the hat trim.
- Step 5:
- For the eyes cut two oval shapes from the yellow bell pepper and place them where the eyes should be Slice the black olive into small rounds and position in the center of each yellow oval for pupils.
- Step 6:
- Use a small carrot piece or a grape tomato for the nose.
- Step 7:
- Arrange thin strips of red bell pepper or cherry tomato halves to shape the Grinch&s mischievous smile.
- Step 8:
- Scatter green grapes around the outer edges for extra color and snacking.
- Step 9:
- Serve with ranch or hummus dip on the side.
Save Sharing this platter at holiday parties always brings joy and starts conversations among friends and family.
Required Tools
Large serving platter Paring knife Small bowls for dip
Allergen Information
Possible dairy if using ranch dip May contain sulfites in olives check dip ingredients for allergens Double-check labels for gluten or other allergen contamination
Nutritional Information
Calories 65 Total Fat 1.5 g Carbohydrates 13 g Protein 2.5 g per serving
Save This dish is a creative way to serve vegetables that delights both kids and adults alike.
Recipe FAQ
- → What vegetables make up the Grinch’s face?
Broccoli forms the outline, cucumbers and sugar snap peas fill the face, while green bell pepper and carrots add facial details.
- → How is the Santa hat created on the platter?
Cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper slices form the hat, trimmed with cauliflower florets for texture.
- → What are the best dips to serve with this platter?
Ranch or hummus complements the fresh vegetables nicely, adding creamy contrast.
- → Can this platter cater to dietary restrictions?
Yes, it’s vegetarian and gluten-free. For a vegan option, choose hummus over ranch dip.
- → What are some fun alternative accents for the face?
Try pretzel sticks for eyebrows or olives to enhance facial features creatively.