Skeleton Veggie Gooey Avocado (Print Version)

Colorful veggie platter shaped as a skeleton, served with zesty avocado dip. A vibrant, fun choice for gatherings.

# Components:

→ Vegetable Arrangement

01 - 1 large English cucumber, sliced
02 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
03 - 1 red bell pepper, sliced into strips
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into strips
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes
06 - 1 small head cauliflower, broken into florets
07 - 1 small head broccoli, broken into florets
08 - 1 cup snap peas
09 - 1 cup black olives, whole or sliced
10 - 2 radishes, sliced
11 - 1 celery stalk, cut into sticks

→ Gooey Avocado Dip

12 - 2 ripe avocados
13 - 1/3 cup plain Greek yogurt
14 - 1 small garlic clove, minced
15 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
16 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
17 - 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
18 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
19 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
20 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Directions:

01 - Wash and dry all vegetables thoroughly. Peel carrots and slice according to specifications in the ingredient list.
02 - On a large serving platter, assemble the skeleton: use cucumber slices for spine and limbs, arrange carrot and celery sticks for arms and legs, bell pepper strips for ribs and pelvis, cauliflower florets for shoulders and hips, cherry tomatoes and radish slices for joints, broccoli florets for hands and feet, and black olives for eyes and details.
03 - Cluster cauliflower florets at the top of the skeleton or position a small round bowl to represent the skull.
04 - In a mixing bowl, mash avocados until smooth with a fork or spoon. Blend in Greek yogurt, garlic, lime juice, olive oil, cilantro, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the dip becomes creamy and homogeneous.
05 - Transfer dip to a small bowl and position it as the skeleton’s skull or alongside the platter for dipping. Present immediately, or keep covered and refrigerated until service.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Vibrant and playful presentation perfect for gatherings and getting kids excited about veggies
  • Loaded with fresh produce and flavor so you are eating the rainbow
  • Ready in under 30 minutes so there is no fuss for busy hosts
  • Easy to customize with whatever vegetables are in the fridge
  • Naturally gluten free and vegetarian for all guests to enjoy
02 -
  • Fantastic source of fiber and vitamins naturally low in calories supports healthy snacking
  • Dip can be made dairy free with plant based yogurt for vegan guests
  • Vegetables can be prepped ahead making for easy last minute assembly
03 -
  • Slice vegetables as evenly as possible for a neat skeleton look
  • Do not skip fresh lime juice in your dip because the zing really brightens everything
  • Use gloves for mashing avocados and working with garlic if you want to avoid lingering odors

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