Save A whimsical, ocean-inspired vegetable platter arranged in the shape of a seahorse, served with a creamy dip—perfect for parties and kids gatherings.
This fun platter has become a hit at every family gathering, especially with kids who love the creative presentation.
Ingredients
- Vegetables: 1 large yellow bell pepper, 1 large orange bell pepper, 1 large red bell pepper, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cauliflower florets, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 cup baby carrots, 1 small cucumber, 6&8 sugar snap peas, 1/4 cup black olives (whole and sliced for decoration), 2 radishes
- Dip: 1 cup Greek yogurt (or sour cream), 2 tbsp mayonnaise, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill, 1 garlic clove minced, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dip:
- In a small bowl, mix Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, lemon juice, dill, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Wash and slice vegetables:
- Wash and dry all vegetables. Slice peppers and cucumber into thin strips. Cut radishes into thin rounds.
- Sketch outline:
- On a large platter or tray, sketch a seahorse outline with a piece of parchment paper as a template if desired.
- Arrange bell peppers:
- Arrange the bell pepper strips to form the body and tail of the seahorse, alternating colors for visual interest.
- Add florets:
- Use broccoli and cauliflower florets to create contrast and fill in the body.
- Add tomatoes and carrots:
- Place cherry tomatoes and baby carrots to add pops of color along the back and fins.
- Add cucumber and radishes:
- Use cucumber rounds to form the belly and radish slices for detailing.
- Decorate eye and features:
- Decorate the seahorses eye with a whole black olive and use sliced olives for additional features or bubbles.
- Add snap peas:
- Arrange snap peas and any remaining vegetables as seaweed around the seahorse.
- Serve with dip:
- Place the dip in a small bowl at the base or side of the platter. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Save Our kids love helping arrange the veggies and it turns into a fun family activity every time.
Notes
Add blue corn chips or purple potato chips for an ocean effect and extra color on the platter.
Required Tools
Large serving platter or tray, paring knife, cutting board, small bowl (for dip), optional parchment paper for template.
Nutritional Information
Calories 110, Total Fat 4 g, Carbohydrates 14 g, Protein 4 g per serving.
Save This seahorse veggie dip platter makes a whimsical and healthy party starter that's as fun to make as it is to eat.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → How do I create the seahorse shape with vegetables?
Use a parchment paper template to outline the seahorse on your platter. Arrange bell pepper strips for the body and tail, then fill in with broccoli and cauliflower florets. Add cherry tomatoes and carrots for color accents, ending with cucumber and radish slices for details.
- → Can the dip be made vegan-friendly?
Yes, substitute Greek yogurt and mayonnaise with plant-based alternatives to keep the dip creamy and flavorful while maintaining a vegan profile.
- → What vegetables work best for this platter?
Bright bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, cherry tomatoes, baby carrots, cucumber, sugar snap peas, radishes, and black olives create vibrant colors and textures that enhance the seahorse design.
- → How far in advance can I prepare the platter?
Prepare the dip and chop vegetables ahead of time, but arrange the platter close to serving to maintain freshness and crispness of the veggies.
- → Are there tips for decorating the seahorse’s eye and scales?
Use a whole black olive for the eye and sliced olives to add small accents or bubbles to enhance the ocean-inspired look.
- → What tools help with precise vegetable placement?
Kitchen tweezers or small tongs can help place delicate slices and details neatly, especially for the seahorse’s intricate features.