Save to Pinterest A whimsical, spring-inspired vegetable platter arranged to resemble a bunny in a lush meadow—perfect for parties, Easter gatherings, or healthy snacking.
This veggie board has always been a hit at my family get-togethers especially during spring celebrations.
Ingredients
- Baby carrots: 1 cup
- Sugar snap peas: 1 cup
- Cherry tomatoes (mixed colors): 1 cup
- Broccoli florets: 1 cup
- Cauliflower florets: 1 cup
- Cucumber slices: 1 cup
- Radishes, thinly sliced: 1/2 cup
- Yellow bell pepper, sliced: 1
- Red bell pepper, sliced: 1
- Black olives (for eyes and nose): 1/4 cup
- Green onions or chives (for grass accents): 1/4 cup
- Hummus or ranch dip (store-bought or homemade): 1 cup
- Fresh dill or parsley sprigs (for meadow effect): as needed
- Edible flowers (optional, for decoration): as desired
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Place a small bowl of hummus or ranch dip at the center of a large platter to form the bunny body.
- Step 2:
- Shape the bunnys head above the dip bowl using a mound of cauliflower florets.
- Step 3:
- Create bunny ears with rows of cucumber slices outlined with carrot sticks.
- Step 4:
- Use black olives to form the bunnys eyes and nose add a cherry tomato for a cute nose if desired.
- Step 5:
- Arrange radish slices for the bunnys cheeks and cut small strips of bell pepper for whiskers.
- Step 6:
- Surround the bunny with broccoli snap peas cherry tomatoes and bell pepper slices to resemble a colorful meadow.
- Step 7:
- Add green onions or chives to mimic grass and tuck in fresh dill or parsley for a meadow effect.
- Step 8:
- Scatter edible flowers for a festive touch if using.
- Step 9:
- Serve immediately with extra dip on the side.
Save to Pinterest This veggie board always brings joy to our family gatherings especially during spring.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or board Small bowl for dip Paring knife Cutting board
Allergen Information
Contains possible allergens in dip (e.g. dairy sesame in hummus) Check dip ingredients for gluten soy or nut content if allergies are a concern Vegetables are naturally gluten- and nut-free.
Nutritional Information
Calories 85 Total Fat 2 g Carbohydrates 15 g Protein 3 g per serving
Save to Pinterest This bunny veggie board is a fun and healthy way to impress guests and enjoy seasonal produce.
Recipe FAQs
- → What vegetables are best for creating the bunny shape?
Use cauliflower florets for the head, cucumber slices and carrot sticks for ears, black olives for eyes and nose, and radish slices for cheeks. Surround with broccoli, snap peas, and cherry tomatoes to mimic a meadow.
- → How can I make the dip suitable for vegans?
Choose plant-based dips like hummus or a vegan ranch alternative to ensure the board is fully vegan-friendly.
- → What is the best way to arrange the vegetables for visual appeal?
Place the dip bowl in the center as the bunny's body, then layer cauliflower for the head above it. Use rows of cucumber and carrot slices for ears, and scatter the remaining vegetables around for a meadow effect with green onions or chives representing grass.
- → Can I substitute any vegetables for seasonal ones?
Absolutely! Swap or add asparagus tips, celery sticks, or blanched green beans based on what’s fresh and available to keep the platter vibrant and interesting.
- → How should I serve this platter for best freshness?
Serve immediately after arranging to maintain crispness, and offer extra dip on the side for guests to enjoy with the vegetables.
- → Are there any allergen considerations?
Check the dip ingredients, especially for dairy or sesame in hummus, and verify gluten, soy, or nuts if allergies are a concern. The fresh vegetables themselves are naturally gluten- and nut-free.