Save to Pinterest A playful, kid-friendly platter featuring dinosaur bone breadsticks and a colorful assortment of crunchy raw vegetables, perfect for parties or themed gatherings.
This appetizer is always a hit with my kids and guests. It’s easy to prepare and looks fantastic on the table.
Ingredients
- Dinosaur Bones Breadsticks: 250 g pizza dough (store-bought or homemade), 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp coarse sea salt, 1 tsp dried oregano (optional)
- Prehistoric Crudités: 1 large carrot peeled and cut into sticks, 1 cucumber cut into spears, 1 red bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 yellow bell pepper sliced into strips, 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- Dip: 200 g Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp chopped fresh chives, Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) Line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- Step 2:
- Divide pizza dough into 12 portions Roll each portion into a 12 cm (5-inch) rope Tie a loose knot at each end to resemble a bone
- Step 3:
- Arrange breadsticks on the prepared baking sheet Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and oregano
- Step 4:
- Bake for 12 15 minutes until golden and cooked through Let cool slightly
- Step 5:
- Arrange carrot cucumber bell peppers broccoli and cherry tomatoes on a large platter
- Step 6:
- In a small bowl mix Greek yogurt lemon juice chives salt and pepper to make the dip
- Step 7:
- Place the breadstick bones among the vegetables Serve with the dip on the side
Save to Pinterest This recipe often brings smiles and excitement to family gatherings especially with kids who love the dinosaur theme
Required Tools
Baking sheet parchment paper knife and cutting board mixing bowl pastry brush
Allergen Information
Contains gluten (pizza dough) and dairy (Greek yogurt) For gluten-free use gluten-free dough for dairy-free use plant-based dip
Nutritional Information
Calories 180 Total Fat 5 g Carbohydrates 29 g Protein 6 g per serving
Save to Pinterest Serve fresh for best texture and flavor Enjoy this creative and healthy appetizer at your next party
Recipe FAQs
- → How do I shape the breadsticks to resemble dinosaur bones?
Divide the dough into portions, roll each into a rope about 12 cm long, and tie loose knots at both ends to mimic bone shapes before baking.
- → Can I use other vegetables for the crudités?
Absolutely! Feel free to include any colorful raw vegetables like snap peas, radishes, or celery sticks to suit your preference.
- → What dip options complement the platter besides Greek yogurt?
Hummus or ranch dressing are great alternatives that pair well with the crunchy vegetables and breadsticks.
- → How can I make this platter vegan-friendly?
Use vegan pizza dough for the breadsticks and substitute the dip with a dairy-free alternative such as hummus or a plant-based yogurt mix.
- → What baking temperature and time are recommended for the breadsticks?
Bake the shaped breadsticks at 200°C (400°F) for 12 to 15 minutes until they turn golden and cooked through.
- → How can I accommodate gluten-free diets with this platter?
Use gluten-free pizza dough for the breadsticks and check all ingredient labels to ensure they meet gluten-free standards.