Save to Pinterest A fun and imaginative vegetable platter arranged to look like dinosaur fossils, perfect for kids parties or themed gatherings.
This platter has become a hit at every kids party I have hosted, sparking creativity and healthy eating.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large cucumber, 2 large carrots, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup sugar snap peas, 1 red bell pepper, 1 yellow bell pepper, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Dip: 1 cup hummus or ranch dressing
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Peel the carrots and cut them into thin sticks.
- Step 3:
- Slice the cucumber into rounds and halve some for fossil bone shapes.
- Step 4:
- Slice bell peppers into strips and use a small knife to cut some into dinosaur bone or footprint shapes, if desired.
- Step 5:
- Arrange cauliflower and broccoli florets to resemble fossilized bones and vertebrae on a large serving platter.
- Step 6:
- Use snap peas and carrot sticks to create rib and limb shapes.
- Step 7:
- Place cherry tomatoes as dinosaur eggs around the display.
- Step 8:
- Use the dip in a small bowl at the center or creatively spread in the shape of a dinosaur skull or footprint.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save to Pinterest This recipe always brings smiles and excitement, especially when kids join in to create their own fossil displays.
Notes
Pair with guacamole or Greek yogurt dip for variety.
Required Tools
Sharp knife, vegetable peeler, cutting board, large serving platter, small bowls for dip
Allergen Information
Contains sesame (if using hummus) and dairy (if using ranch dressing). Check dip ingredients for possible allergens; all vegetables listed are typically allergen-free.
Save to Pinterest A colorful and healthy snack that makes eating vegetables fun and exciting for everyone.
Recipe FAQs
- → What vegetables work best for the fossil shapes?
Cucumber slices, carrot sticks, broccoli, cauliflower florets, bell pepper strips, snap peas, and cherry tomatoes create versatile shapes reminiscent of fossils and bones.
- → How can I make the vegetable shapes more dinosaur-like?
Using small cookie cutters or a sharp knife, shape bell peppers and cucumbers into bone and footprint designs for added creativity.
- → What dips complement this vegetable arrangement?
Hummus and ranch dressing are popular choices that pair well, enhancing both flavor and visual appeal.
- → Can this platter accommodate dietary restrictions?
This snack suits vegetarian and gluten-free diets. Check dip ingredients for allergens like sesame or dairy.
- → How long can the platter be kept before serving?
Prepare in advance and cover tightly; refrigerate until ready to serve to maintain freshness and crispness.