Healthy Christmas Veggie Tree (Printable)

Festive vegetable arrangement shaped as a Christmas tree, colorful and nutritious for holiday occasions.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium head broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 1 medium cucumber, sliced into rounds
03 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced
06 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
07 - 2 medium carrots, sliced into sticks

→ Decoration & Garnish

08 - 2 to 3 black olives, halved
09 - 1 slice yellow bell pepper, cut into a star shape
10 - Small bunch fresh parsley

→ Dip (optional)

11 - 1 cup hummus or ranch dip, served on the side

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange broccoli florets in a triangular shape on a large rectangular platter or cutting board to create the tree structure.
02 - Layer cucumber slices in horizontal rows across the broccoli to simulate garlands.
03 - Distribute cherry tomatoes, bell pepper slices, carrot sticks, and sugar snap peas evenly over the tree to mimic ornaments and foliage.
04 - Place the yellow bell pepper star slice at the apex of the tree.
05 - Scatter black olive halves throughout the tree for additional decorative accents.
06 - Arrange carrot sticks or cucumber slices at the base to represent the tree trunk.
07 - Surround the tree with fresh parsley to enhance the festive presentation.
08 - Offer hummus or ranch dip on the side as an optional accompaniment.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Nutritious and colorful
  • Easy to assemble for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • Use any colorful vegetables you like, such as radishes, baby corn, or cauliflower
  • For a vegan option, serve with hummus or guacamole instead of ranch dip
03 -
  • Serve immediately for maximum freshness
  • Customize veggies based on seasonal availability
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