Fairy Garden Flower Platter (Printer View)

Vibrant assortment of edible flowers, fresh vegetables, dips, and artisan crackers perfect for springtime.

# What you'll need:

→ Edible Flowers

01 - 1 cup mixed edible flowers (pansies, nasturtiums, violets, borage, calendula petals)

→ Fresh Vegetables

02 - 1 cup baby carrots, trimmed
03 - 1 cup cucumber slices
04 - 1 cup radishes, thinly sliced
05 - 1 cup sugar snap peas
06 - 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - 1/2 cup baby bell peppers, sliced

→ Dips

08 - 1/2 cup herbed cream cheese
09 - 1/2 cup hummus
10 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt dip with lemon and chives

→ Accompaniments

11 - 1 cup artisan crackers or baguette slices
12 - 1/4 cup toasted nuts (walnuts or almonds, optional)

# Method:

01 - Rinse all edible flowers and vegetables thoroughly under cold water. Gently pat dry with paper towels.
02 - Place the edible flowers artistically on a large serving platter, grouping them by color and variety for an appealing visual effect.
03 - Position the fresh vegetables around the flowers, creating sections or decorative patterns as desired.
04 - Spoon the herbed cream cheese, hummus, and Greek yogurt dip into small bowls and place them on the platter.
05 - Add the artisan crackers or baguette slices to the platter. Sprinkle toasted nuts over if using.
06 - Serve immediately, encouraging guests to enjoy a variety of combinations with dips, flowers, and vegetables.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Combines fresh vegetables with edible flowers for a stunning, healthy appetizer.
  • No cooking required, making preparation quick and easy.
  • Perfect for sharing at garden parties or spring celebrations.
  • Offers a variety of textures and flavors that please every palate.
02 -
  • Only use edible flowers labeled safe and pesticide-free to ensure health and flavor.
  • Arrange flowers and veggies by color and texture to make the platter visually striking.
  • Serve immediately after assembling to keep ingredients fresh and vibrant.
  • Use paper towels to carefully dry flowers to avoid damage and sogginess.
  • To accommodate allergies, verify all dips and accompaniments beforehand and opt out of nuts if necessary.
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