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Fresh Simple Veggie Tray Recipe with 5 Easy Arrangement Tips

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A quick and easy veggie tray recipe featuring a colorful assortment of fresh vegetables arranged beautifully for any occasion. Perfect for healthy snacking and crowd-pleasing presentations.

Ingredients

  • Baby carrots or peeled and sliced large carrots
  • Celery stalks, washed and cut into sticks
  • Cherry tomatoes, halved or whole
  • Cucumber, sliced into rounds or sticks (English cucumbers preferred)
  • Red bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
  • Yellow bell pepper, seeded and sliced into thin strips
  • Broccoli florets, bite-sized pieces
  • Snap peas or sugar snap peas, whole and trimmed
  • Radishes, sliced thinly
  • Optional extras: celery root sticks, jicama slices, or zucchini ribbons
  • Dips such as ranch, hummus, yogurt-based herb dip, or tzatziki

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly using a salad spinner or paper towels to avoid sogginess. (5 minutes)
  2. Prep carrots and celery: peel and slice large carrots into sticks about 3 inches long and 1/4 inch thick; trim celery stalks and cut into similar-sized sticks. (5 minutes)
  3. Slice cucumbers into sticks by cutting lengthwise into quarters or into 1/4-inch thick rounds. (3 minutes)
  4. Prepare bell peppers by removing seeds and membranes, then slicing into thin strips about 3 inches long. (3 minutes)
  5. Break broccoli into bite-sized florets; peel or slice thick stems thinly if needed. (2 minutes)
  6. Trim snap peas by removing tough stem ends but keep pods whole. (2 minutes)
  7. Slice radishes thinly for a peppery crunch and visual appeal. (2 minutes)
  8. Arrange veggies on a serving platter in small clusters or rows, alternating colors and textures, leaving space for dip bowls. (5-10 minutes)
  9. Add dips in small bowls placed in the center or corners of the tray for easy access. (1 minute)
  10. Garnish with fresh herbs like parsley or dill, or sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over cucumbers for extra flavor. (1 minute)

Notes

Dry veggies thoroughly to avoid sogginess. Soaking carrots and celery in ice water for 10 minutes can boost crunch. Arrange veggies with color and texture contrast for visual appeal. Prepare veggies up to 24 hours ahead but assemble just before serving. Store cut veggies in airtight containers with damp paper towels to maintain freshness.

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