Fan-Shaped Cucumber Carrot Platter (Printable)

Colorful cucumber and carrot slices arranged elegantly with a creamy herbed yogurt dip for fresh snacking.

# What You Need:

→ 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, to taste
14 - Black pepper, to taste

# How-To:

01 - Wash all vegetables thoroughly to ensure they are clean and ready for slicing.
02 - Cut cucumbers diagonally into 1/4-inch thick oval slices. Arrange slices in overlapping rows forming a fan shape on a large serving platter.
03 - Peel carrots, then slice diagonally into thin oval shapes matching the size of the cucumber slices. Arrange alongside cucumbers, continuing the fan pattern.
04 - Cut red and yellow bell peppers into thin strips and arrange them in sections beside the cucumbers and carrots for visual contrast.
05 - Place cherry tomatoes and sugar snap peas in clusters at the base or sides of the fan to enhance color and texture.
06 - In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, chives, dill, parsley, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Stir until evenly mixed.
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 Advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for parties or healthy snacking
  • Easy to prepare with fresh vegetables and a creamy 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 best flavor in the dip
  • Arrange vegetables while fresh to keep crispness and bright colors
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