Guac and Crunch: The Ultimate Veggie Platter
A colorful and vibrant veggie platter served with creamy homemade guacamole. Perfect for a healthy, satisfying, and crowd-pleasing snack!
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Elevate your snacking game with Guac and Crunch: The Ultimate Veggie Platter.
This vibrant and colorful platter features a variety of fresh, crunchy vegetables paired with a creamy, homemade guacamole. Perfect for parties, gatherings, or simply enjoying a healthy and satisfying snack, this veggie platter is as delicious as it is beautiful.
How to Create the Ultimate Veggie Platter ๐
Ingredients
For the Guacamole:
- 3 ripe avocados
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Veggie Platter:
- Carrots, peeled and cut into sticks
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, orange), sliced
- Cucumbers, sliced into rounds or sticks
- Cherry tomatoes
- Celery sticks
- Radishes, halved
- Broccoli florets
- Cauliflower florets
- Snap peas
- Any other favorite veggies
Instructions
1. Make the Guacamole:
In a medium bowl, mash the avocados with a fork until smooth but still slightly chunky.
- Stir in the lime juice, red onion, garlic, jalapeño (if using), and fresh cilantro.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust the flavors as needed.
2. Prepare the Veggies:
Wash and cut all the vegetables into bite-sized pieces that are easy to dip.
- Arrange the vegetables in groups on a large platter or wooden board, creating a colorful and inviting display.
3. Assemble the Platter:
Place the bowl of guacamole in the center of the platter.
- Arrange the prepared vegetables around the guacamole, grouping them by color or type for a visually appealing presentation.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Grocery List for Easy Shopping
- Avocados
- Lime
- Red onion
- Garlic
- Jalapeño (optional)
- Fresh cilantro
- Salt
- Pepper
- Carrots
- Bell peppers (red, yellow, orange)
- Cucumbers
- Cherry tomatoes
- Celery
- Radishes
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Snap peas
This colorful veggie platter with creamy guacamole is perfect for any occasion, offering a healthy, crunchy, and flavorful snack that everyone will love! ๐๐ฝ๏ธ