Save A playful and healthy vegetable platter arranged to resemble the Grinch&s face, perfect for holiday gatherings and kids parties.
This platter is a hit at all our seasonal celebrations and always encourages kids to eat their veggies.
Ingredients
- Broccoli florets: 2 cups
- Sugar snap peas: 2 cups
- English cucumber: 1 large, sliced into rounds
- Green bell pepper: 1, sliced into strips
- Green grapes: 1 cup
- Yellow bell pepper: 1 small (for eyes)
- Black olive: 1 large (for pupils)
- Cherry tomatoes: ½ cup (for hat and mouth)
- Red bell pepper: 3-4 slices (for hat and mouth)
- Cauliflower florets: 2-3 (for hat trim)
- Carrot: 1 small (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.
Pin it This dish always brings smiles as family members create the Grinch face together before enjoying the healthy snack.
Notes
Add pretzel sticks for fun edible eyebrows or use olives for added facial details. Wine pairing: Sauvignon Blanc or a light sparkling beverage.
Required Tools
Large serving platter Paring knife Small bowls (for dip)
Allergen Information
Contains Possible dairy (if using ranch dip) May contain Sulfites (in olives) check dip ingredients for allergens Always double-check labels for gluten or other allergen contamination.
Pin it This Grinch Face Veggie Platter makes holiday snacking festive and nutritious.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What vegetables make up the Grinch's face features?
Broccoli florets outline the face; cucumber rounds and snap peas fill the face area. Green bell pepper and carrot strips form eyebrows and cheekbones, while yellow bell pepper and black olive slices create the eyes.
- → How is the Santa hat depicted on the platter?
Cherry tomatoes and red bell pepper slices shape the hat, accented with cauliflower florets for a festive trim along the top of the face.
- → Can this platter be adapted for vegan diets?
Absolutely. Use hummus or a dairy-free dip instead of ranch to keep the platter vegan-friendly.
- → What are good dip options to serve with this platter?
Ranch dressing or hummus complement the fresh vegetables well, offering creamy and savory dipping choices.
- → Are there alternative vegetables recommended for facial features?
Snap peas or green beans can substitute for some facial accents, and pretzel sticks or olives may be used to add fun details like eyebrows.
- → What beverages pair well with this veggie arrangement?
A crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a light sparkling drink pairs nicely, balancing the fresh vegetable flavors with light, refreshing notes.